MANAGER-R&D - Section Manager - Dayton, Ohio

Southwest Research Institute; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology organization in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Manager for R&D to oversee a team and manage technical programs. Responsibilities include business development and handling proposals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, along with 10+ years of experience, including technical management. Must be a U.S. citizen. A valid driver's license is required for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical experience, including 4 years as a manager/supervisor.
• Experience in proposal writing and customer presentations.
• Familiarity with avionics development and UAV technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of engineers and scientists in the Dayton office.
• Oversee business development and marketing strategies.
• Conduct performance reviews and handle office maintenance.

Skills

Technical management

Business development

Proposal writing

Customer management

AI and simulation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields

Job description

MANAGER-R&D - Section Manager - Dayton, Ohio

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Who We Are:

Tactical Aerospace is a premier supplier for Avionics/Aerospace grade complex electronic embedded systems. We design, integrate, and manufacture avionics, mission computers, payload electronics, sensors, AI systems, test systems, and modeling/simulation for the defense market. This position is on-site/in office and in the Dayton (Beavercreek), OH office.

Objectives of this Role:

• Manage a business section and the Dayton, Ohio office for the Tactical Aerospace organization. This position is on-site and in the Dayton, OH office.
• Manage the team of engineers/scientists while working with program managers to manage technical and programmatic aspects of all programs within the section.
• The Dayton office is centric to Neuromorphic Computing AI, Modeling & Sim, Human Factors and UAS/CCV while supporting programs across the Tactical Aerospace organization which includes embedded complex electronics for the aerospace/avionics markets.
• Grow the business organically through Business Development, marketing, writing proposals and developing estimates for customers.
• Customer interaction and growth of the Ohio section and Tactical Aerospace is a significant part of the role.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Manage resources within the department: Performance reviews, keeping resources utilized on programs, hiring, personnel issues, and dealing with office issues/maintenance.
• Manage Internal Research and Design (IRAD's) activities within the section.
• Grow the section through marketing, Business Development, writing proposals, creating estimates, and finding business opportunities.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Modeling & Simulation, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or equivalent degree with related experience.
• 10+ years: Technical experience with at least 4 years experience as a technical manager/supervisor.
• Shown experience writing proposals, developing estimates, and presenting to/managing customers.
• Basic understanding of AI, modeling & simulation, data science, avionics development, and/or UAV/UAS/Drones.
• Background in Aerospace Market is helpful and related to this role.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

Work assignment is in Dayton, Ohio. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

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