Science and Engineering Research Program Manager (Subject Matter Expert)

About

Knowesis is looking for a Science and Engineering Research Program Manager to provide expert scientific and engineering research program management support to the Airman Systems Directorate, Airman Biosciences Division (711 HPW/RHB) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This position supports the Defense Health Program (DHP) Medical Human Performance (HP) Portfolio, Product Line Lead (PLL), and Lead Program Manager, including R&D support programs personnel and laboratories that carry out the medical human performance research mission. The role requires demonstrated expertise in systems engineering, program management, scientific inquiry, and the ability to work independently with multi-disciplinary integrated product teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with multi-disciplinary integrated product teams with demonstrated ability to communicate, establish working relationships, coordinate technical exchanges, and manage expectations across a wide range of stakeholders
• Exhibit competence in the rigorous methods of scientific inquiry and analysis; employ scientific and analytical techniques to define, quantify, and recommend the feasibility of assigned projects, studies, or problems; and perform independent analysis leading to unique analytical recommendations and viable courses of action for complex technology challenges
• Identify additional questions to be answered, provide or critique essential elements of analysis, and provide alternatives to be considered, as well as suggest analytical techniques to be employed
• Transition scientific results from the research environment to the operational community and/or end users
• Assist with the management of the portfolio's cost constraints, technical performance, schedule, and risk management to ensure the successful delivery of technical objectives and products within schedule limitations
• Apply experience with writing technical briefings and reports and developing presentations, including ensuring the program's documentation and all deliverables meet professional and organizational standards
• Work independently, design research studies and agreements independently, use strong attention to detail, exhibit strong English skills, maintain good organizational skills, show initiative in performing assigned tasks, and possess the ability to follow up on complex projects
• Review and approve key technical documentation for both software and hardware development, including Technical Roadmaps, System Design Documents, Use Cases, System Topologies, Test Plans, Product Transition Plans, and Technical Proposals
• Manage technical planning, risk management, and technology transition strategy development
• Perform secondary and support functions within scope of the duties of the Science and Engineering Research Program Manager for the DHP Medical Human Performance Portfolio
• Submit monthly Contractor Progress, Status and Management Reports (PSMR) covering project status, performance against deliverables, schedule milestones, financial status, and risk
• Comply with OPSEC requirements per AFI 10-701, including participation in 711 HPW annual OPSEC training and education programs
• Ensure all documents, papers, abstracts, and posters are cleared by the Air Force prior to public release

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related engineering discipline
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in engineering program management within the Department of War (formerly Department of Defense), equivalent industry environment, or combination thereof
• Demonstrated expertise in a systems discipline (e.g., systems engineering, human systems integration, modeling and analysis) involving systems thinking and a systems approach to problem definition and solution
• Demonstrated ability to direct the development of, review, and approve key technical documentation for both software and hardware development (e.g., Technical Roadmaps, System Design Documents, Use Cases, System Topologies, Test Plans, Product Transition Plans, and Technical Proposals)
• Demonstrated experience in direct management of technical planning, risk management, and technology transition strategy development and management
• Must be a U.S. citizen (possession of a permanent resident card does not equate to U.S. citizenship for the purpose of base and network access)
• Must execute and provide a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to the Government Program Manager by start of performance
• Minimum Tier 1 background check (T1)/SF85 required prior to reporting for duty

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or a scientific domain related to systems engineering, human performance, and/or human effectiveness
• DAWIA career field certification (Practitioner) in Engineering and Technical Management (ETM) OR Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Demonstrated experience working in a research and development program and/or studies surrounding human systems integration
• Experience with programs utilizing Agile methodologies and incorporating AI management tools

Benefits

• Health (PPO & HDHP) Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability (STD) & Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Basic Life Insurance
• 401k Company Match
• Voluntary Products

Equal Opportunity

Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.