Irad Program Manager

SEAKRCentennial, CO

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Director

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

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 IRAD initiatives.
Market Alignment: Help SEAKR win programs in existing and new markets through robust execution of IRADs timed precisely with market needs and customer requirements.
Issue Escalation: Provide a clear path for internal company customers to escalate technical issues and share challenges regarding technical problems.
Testing Coordination: Drive radiation testing coordination in collaboration with the Radiation Manager to ensure hardware meets space-grade standards.
Leadership Reporting: Support SEAKR's Leadership team by providing quarterly reports on Budget, execution metrics, Technology Readiness Levels (TRL), and overall IRAD status.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including risk registers, milestone trackers, and technical deliverables.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

Adhere to SEAKR rules and regulations as documented in the SEAKR Employee Handbook and applicable operating procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Technical Director or Senior Leadership.

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What is the work location for this position at SEAKR?

This job at SEAKR is located in Centennial, CO, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at SEAKR?

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What employment applies to this position at SEAKR?

SEAKR lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at SEAKR?

SEAKR is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

What benefits are offered by SEAKR for this role?

SEAKR offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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