STR

Tech / AI / Software

PrincipalTechnicalStaff

$220–260k arlington, texas, united states FULL TIME
The Brief

“Principal Technical Staff at STR. Skills: technical leadership, algorithm development, software development, program management, business development. leading continued development of relevant technology products. leading a portfolio of research and development programs”

What You'll Achieve.

improve mission success of our customers; ensure the success of each program; made the world safer

Industry & Context.

Tech / AI / Software
Problems you'll solve

passionate about problem solving; advanced analytics

Eligibility Requirements

Active Top Secret Clearance Required with SCI eligibility, U. S citizenship is needed by the U. S government, national security clearances, compliance with export control and other applicable laws

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Active Top Secret Clearance Required with SCI eligibility, MS with at least 15 years of experience, and/or PhD with at least 8 years of experience (or equivalent experience) in a scientific field such as applied math, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or data science, Experience in managing large technical projects, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) definition, resource management, Experience spanning all project phases, from ideation to technology research and product development, Experience in new business development, initial outreach, capture flow, proposal writing, Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, Successful experience in leading and managing multi-discipline teams, mentoring less experienced staff, presentation and organizational skills

Nice to Have

Experience working with Space Systems and intelligence products, Working knowledge of DoD and IC missions and acquisition processes, Technical breadth and a demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple, technically diverse programs and teams, Entrepreneurial spirit and eager to engage in technical marketing and business development

What You'll Do.

leading continued development of relevant technology products

leading a portfolio of research and development programs

delivering advanced algorithm and software solutions

managing all program phases

from marketing and business capture to all phases of contract execution

working closely with Government customers

support organizations

and transition partners

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

leading and managing multi-discipline teams; mentoring less experienced staff; collaborative learning environment

Communication Scope

interpersonal and communications skills; presentation skills

Process & Methodology

managing large technical projects, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) definition, resource management, managing all program phases, simultaneously manage multiple, technically diverse programs and teams

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