Project Manager for National Security Applications

The University of Texas
Austin, United States
21 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$100,000.0 - $140,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English, Spanish
Job source

Tech stack

C (Programming Language) Java (Programming Language) .NET Framework Systems Engineering Unit Testing C Sharp (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Computer Engineering Software Debugging Linux Hardware Design Pattern Recognition
+7 more
Qt (Software) Signal Processing Software Engineering Systems Architecture Web Services Extensible Markup Language (XML) Software Version Control

Job description

Project manager for National Security applications in the Advanced Technology Laboratory of Applied Research Laboratories. Responsibilities

  • Develop project documentation and systems engineering artifacts.
  • Project coordination with sponsors, development staff, and campus departments.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
  • Plan and execute research, development, evaluation, and testing activities.
  • Develop system concepts and proposals.
  • Other related functions as assigned., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length., Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Three years or more experience in related engineering, military, policy, legal, or other related field.
  • Three years or more experience in project or program management.
  • Applicant must have significant experience in military applications or direct military experience.
  • Applicant must have demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Applicant must have demonstrated ability to conduct strategic planning and coordinate issue resolution or affect change within military, intelligence community, or other Government channels.
  • Applicant must have demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, be willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time. This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen is required. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior military experience at a leadership level. Knowledge of legal, policy, and other matters of authority related to national security applications.
  • Experience working with law enforcement, intelligence community, or lawmakers.
  • Experience in electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.
  • Experience with model-based system architecture or model-based systems engineering.
  • Experience acting as a technical lead or in project management.
  • Understanding of software engineering processes and standards.
  • Experience in field testing or acting as a test director.
  • Experience with top-down design of systems.
  • Experience in circuit board design, production, debugging and testing.
  • Understanding of hardware engineering processes and standards.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in as many as possible of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, XML, Qt, .NET, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing, real-time and concurrent systems, and web services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification or image processing.
  • Experience developing software in Linux or in an embedded environment.
  • Prior work experience in professional or research oriented software or hardware development.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Military background or experience working with military customers is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of diving/diving systems, facilities modification processes, cyber-security processes, and force protection.
  • Immediate TS/SCI eligibility., A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position., * E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Benefits & conditions

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
  • Retirement contributions
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered. Salary Range

$100,000-$140,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications. Working Conditions

  • Standard office conditions
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
  • Use of manual dexterity
  • Some weekend, evening and holiday work
  • Possible interstate/intrastate travel
  • Exposure to all weather conditions
  • Exposure to electrical/mechanical hazards.

About the company

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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