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Senior Technical Project Manager

AT HRL Laboratories
HRL Laboratories

Senior Technical Project Manager

Malibu, CA

General Description:
The HRL Materials and Microsystems Laboratory (MML) is seeking a motivated and agile senior technical project manager to support the VP and technical teams in executing rapid-paced, transformative technology development projects in the areas of sensors and advanced materials. The role with partner with project principal investigators (PIs) and help ensure successful project execution through support and management of program bid/proposal stages, project planning, and team and subcontractor performance.

Essential Duties:
Strategic planning, scheduling, and management of multi-phase development projects that rapidly mature and deploy new technologies
Plan and advocate as required for resources (personnel, equipment, space, etc.)

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Effectively communicate cost and schedule risk to customers, PIs, and laboratory leadership
Provide programmatic, financial and technical reporting to customers and internal stakeholders
Proactively engage project teams on execution progress, strategic planning and development and implementation risk management plans
Provide recommendations to senior management for opportunities to improve execution
Prioritize workflows and staffing allocations to maximize project innovation and rate of technology maturation

Required skills:
4+ years of project management, ideally with an emphasis on early to mid stage research and development (R&D), product development (PD) and government funded contract research and development projects.
Experience with project execution: including but not limited to contracting, sub-contracting, supplier management, finance, purchasing, and legal
Ability to dynamically re-plan projects and communicate changes as new information and results are acquired and resulting from changes to constraints in resources including staffing, procurements, and financials.
A broad technical background in the fundamental aspects of science and engineering is required. Technical familiarity with microfabrication process flows for electronic components including MEMS highly desirable.
Costing and scheduling skills including the ability to produce and maintain a networked and resourced master integrated schedule (IMS), critical path analysis, earned value analysis, and presentation of MIS to customers and leadership desirable.
Expertise in MS Project or equivalent, MS office suite.
Effective interpersonal skills to bridge the gap between technical and business functions.
Excellent oral and written communication, interaction with vendors/colleagues and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Required Education:
BS, MS, or PhD in a science or engineering field

Special Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $163,150 - $209,088 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Client-provided location(s): Malibu, CA, USA
Job ID: HRL_Labs-197c8168-d6b5-462b-97b3-17abf8f6ed4b
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program