SEAKR Engineering
Space Electronics
IRADProgramManager
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“IRAD Program Manager at SEAKR Engineering. Skills: Program Management, IRAD Expertise, Aerospace Industry, Technical Leadership. Manage IRAD execution efforts. Collaborate with Technical Director”
What You'll Achieve.
Realize Technical Director’s roadmaps, architectures, and concepts into efficient IRAD plans; Bring technologies, products, and solutions to engineering, product development, program execution, and production efforts; Advance the state of practice in space-based electronics, systems, and payload capabilities; Win programs in existing and new markets through robust execution of IRADs timed precisely with market needs and customer requirements; Ensure hardware meets space-grade standards; Provide quarterly reports on Budget, execution metrics, Technology Readiness Levels (TRL), and overall IRAD status
Industry & Context.
Ability to effectively analyze situations and recommend process improvements; Issue Escalation
US Citizenship Required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of experience in the Aerospace Industry with Advanced Space Products, 10+ years of experience working in a small-to-mid-sized business environment, Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, etc.), or equivalent experience, Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs from concept to delivery, Deep knowledge of all elements of IRAD and technical developments, Understanding of company internal operations as they relate to engineering and technology workflows, Working knowledge of project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira), Working knowledge of standard office suites (Word, Excel), Ability to make decisions in accordance with company policies and practices, Ability to effectively analyze situations and recommend process improvements, Ability to work independently in the identification and coordination of projects, Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and multi-task across several concurrent IRAD streams, Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences, Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines, Ability to proofread documents and maintain high standards of accuracy, Willingness to put in overtime as needed to meet critical milestones, US Citizenship Required
Nice to Have
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent project management credential
What You'll Do.
Manage IRAD execution efforts
Collaborate with Technical Director
Execute IRAD projects to cost and schedule
Support capital investments
Ensure process standardization
Align IRADs with market needs
Provide path for issue escalation
Drive testing coordination
Provide quarterly reports
Maintain project documentation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration with cross-functional teams; Collaboration with Technical Director; Collaboration with Portfolio Chief Engineer; Collaboration with Engineering Fellows; Collaboration with VP of Engineering; Collaboration with Program Management Office; Collaboration with Radiation Manager
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences (engineers, executives, stakeholders)
Process & Methodology
Program Execution, IRAD Plans, Cost and Schedule Management, Statements of Work, Risk Registers, Milestone Trackers
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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