Senior Hardware Systems & R&D Program Lead

Arenatechnologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense solutions provider seeks a Hardware Systems Functional Expert to provide on-site support in Arlington, VA. This senior role requires extensive experience in optics, photonics, and AI/ML, along with leadership skills in managing complex R&D environments. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a scientific field and have over 12 years of relevant experience. Active Secret clearance is required, and strong communication skills to advise government personnel are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience with supporting the DoD in relevant scientific disciplines.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Strong communication skills to present complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for executing programs in scientific and technical areas.
• Plan and coordinate task order personnel.
• Manage large-scale defense R&D contracts.

Skills

Optics

Photonics

Physics

Artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML)

Mathematics engineering

Quantum

Chemistry

Biology

Technical leadership

Education

Masters degree in a scientific or technical field

Job description

A leading defense solutions provider seeks a Hardware Systems Functional Expert to provide on-site support in Arlington, VA. This senior role requires extensive experience in optics, photonics, and AI/ML, along with leadership skills in managing complex R&D environments. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a scientific field and have over 12 years of relevant experience. Active Secret clearance is required, and strong communication skills to advise government personnel are essential.