SEAKR Engineering
Space applications
IRADProgramManager
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“IRAD Program Manager at SEAKR Engineering. Skills: Program Management, IRAD, Space Electronics. Manage IRAD execution efforts. Advance state of practice”
What You'll Achieve.
Bring technologies to market; Win programs in markets
Industry & Context.
Analytical Skills; Process improvements
US Citizenship Required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years Aerospace Industry, 10+ years small-to-mid-sized business, Bachelor's degree Engineering discipline, Manage IRAD execution efforts, Advance state of practice, Execute IRAD projects to cost, Support capital investments, Ensure consistency and standardization, Win programs through IRAD execution, Provide clear path for escalation, Drive radiation testing coordination, Provide quarterly reports, Maintain comprehensive project documentation, Demonstrated ability to lead programs, Deep knowledge of IRAD, Understanding of company internal operations, Ability to make decisions, Effectively analyze situations, Ability to work independently, Ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, Ability to communicate effectively, Ability to work effectively under pressure, Ability to proofread documents, Willingness to put in overtime
Nice to Have
PMP certification or equivalent
What You'll Do.
Manage IRAD execution efforts
Advance state of practice
Execute IRAD projects to cost
Support capital investments
Ensure consistency and standardization
Win programs through IRAD execution
Provide clear path for escalation
Drive radiation testing coordination
Provide quarterly reports
Maintain comprehensive project documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Technical Director; Portfolio Chief Engineer; Engineering Fellows; VP of Engineering; Program Management Office; Leadership team
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication; Reporting
Process & Methodology
Program Management, Roadmap planning, Budget management, Execution metrics, TRL tracking
Full Job Description
Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space. SEAKR® Engineering, LLC (SEAKR) is seeking a proven leader and technical visionary to fulfill the IRAD Manager role. This is a critical growth position within SEAKR. The successful candidate will report directly to the Technical Director. In this key position, you will provide program management to realize the Technical Director’s roadmaps, architectures, and concepts into efficient IRAD (Independent Research and Development) plans. You will drive the execution of these items through collaboration with cross-functional teams of highly capable space electronics experts. This role is essential for bringing next-generation technologies to SEAKR and to the market. If you are highly motivated, love challenging yourself, demand excellence, and thrive in a rapid-paced environment managing multiple internally defined programs, this position is for you! Essential Duties & Responsibilities * Program Execution: Manage and oversee SEAKR’s technical IRAD execution efforts to bring technologies, products, and solutions to our engineering, product development, program execution, and production efforts. * Strategic Collaboration: Collaborate closely with SEAKR’s Technical Director, Portfolio Chief Engineer, and Engineering Fellows to advance the state of practice in space-based electronics, systems, and payload capabilities. * Compliance & Funding: Execute IRAD projects to cost and schedule given program execution constraints, ensuring clear statements of work and strict compliance with federal funding rulesets. * Capital Investment Support: Collaborate with SEAKR's VP of Engineering to support capital investments that align with IRAD plans and long-term strategy. * Standardization: Work with the Program Management Office to ensure consistency and standardization of processes applicable to IR
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