Science & Engineering R&D Program Manager

Chenega Corporation EH&F; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AJANTA CONSULTING, LLC is seeking a Science and Engineering Research Program Manager (SME) to support the Airman Systems Directorate in medical human performance research and technology evaluation. The role focuses on developing integrated high-performance systems and health readiness solutions for the Air Force Medical Command, working with R&D personnel and laboratories.

The job involves coordinating with stakeholders, applying rigorous analysis, and translating research results to end users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related Engineering.
• Master’s degree in engineering or in a scientific domain related to systems engineering, human performance or human effectiveness Preferred
• Minimum five (5) years ’experience in engineering program management within the Department of War (DoW) (previously Department of Defense); equivalent industry environment; or combination thereof.
• Possess DAWIA career field certification (Practitioner) in Engineering & Technical Management (ETM) Preferred OR Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary integrated product teams, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively, establish working relationships, coordinate technical exchanges, and manage expectations across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Applies rigorous methods of scientific inquiry and analysis, employing scientific and analytical techniques to define, quantify, and assess the feasibility of assigned projects, studies, and problems
• Performs independent analysis leading to unique recommendations and viable courses of action for complex technology challenges.
• Identifies additional questions to be answered, provides or critiques essential elements of analysis, proposes alternatives for consideration, and recommends analytical techniques to be employed.
• Transitions scientific results from the research environment to the operational community and/or end users.
• Assists with managing the portfolio's cost constraints, technical performance, schedule, and risk to ensure the successful delivery of technical objectives and products within established timelines.
• Prepares and delivers technical briefings, reports, and presentations, ensuring all program documentation and deliverables meet professional and organizational standards.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering

Master’s degree in engineering or related domain

Tools

DAWIA ETM Certification

PMP Certification

Job description

AJANTA CONSULTING, LLC is seeking a Science and Engineering Research Program Manager (SME) to support the Airman Systems Directorate in medical human performance research and technology evaluation. The role focuses on developing integrated high-performance systems and health readiness solutions for the Air Force Medical Command, working with R&D personnel and laboratories.

The job involves coordinating with stakeholders, applying rigorous analysis, and translating research results to end users.