Maritime Surveillance Systems Technical Project Manager

Phase2 Technology

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Maritime Surveillance Systems Technical Project Manager in Austin, Texas. The successful candidate will oversee technical project management for defense technology research, manage budgets, and lead a team. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in related fields and experience in underwater acoustic processing. This full-time position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $140,000 and various benefits including employer-paid medical coverage.

Qualifications

Three years of relevant experience.
Experience preparing briefing materials and documentation.
Experience leading a team and interacting with sponsors.

Responsibilities

Develop project plans and supervise execution of research programs.
Monitor progress of analysis teams and assist with tasks.
Interface with sponsors and report progress on the project.

Skills

Underwater acoustic processing

Acoustic data analysis

Technical project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, computer science, or related fields

Job description

Maritime Surveillance Systems Technical Project Manager

Purpose

Providing Technical Project Management for a collection of small research teams working on Defense Technology Development for Maritime Surveillance Systems for the Environmental Science Laboratory (ESL).

Responsibilities

Develop project plans and supervise execution of research program including project timelines and budgets, staffing allocations.
Monitor progress of ARL analysis teams, as well as external organizations.
Assist execution teams with tasks as needed.
Facilitate research efforts as required.
Interface with sponsor and report progress, assist sponsor with program planning and execution.
Represent ARL at external organizations and project meetings.
Preparation and review of analysis, planning, and other technical presentations for reports, contract procedural requirements, deliverables, and invoicing.
Coordinate delivery of required contract documentation in coordination with the sponsor offices and ARL support offices (Contracts, Human Resources, Accounting, etc…).
Prepare requested statements of work, contract proposals, etc… as requested by the sponsor.
Coordinate at ARL:UT and in-field/at-sea operations.
Facilitate operations, as needed, working with ARL:UT, external organizations, and international partners to ensure mission success.
May include coordination of supply chain for needed materials, computational hardware planning for processing centers, logistical support in domestic or international ports, and security compliance oversight.
Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, computer science, or related technical fields.
Three years of relevant experience.
Experience developing underwater acoustic processing/recording, testing such systems, and evaluating such system’s performance.
Acoustic data analysis and signal processing experience.
Experience preparing briefing materials, documentation, and managing schedules.
Experience leading a team and interacting with sponsors.
Experience working with other organizations in research and testing environments.

Applicant Profile

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, be willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time. This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance. US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering; or Engineering Management.
Five years or more of relevant experience.
Experience managing projects in the DoD R&D environment.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Benefits

100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays

Salary

$100,000-$140,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
Some weekend, evening and holiday work
Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Possible international travel
Exposure to all weather conditions
Exposure to electrical/mechanical hazards.

Required Materials

Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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