Ethics and Mission Integration Director jobs in Roanoke, VA

Job Description

This is a research professor track and division leadership position based in Blacksburg, Virginia, and is part of the VTNSI’s Mission Systems Division (MSD). MSD brings together researchers from aerospace and ocean systems engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, systems engineering, computer science, AI/ML, and other fields to develop interdisciplinary solutions to cutting-edge technological challenges in platforms, including satellites, hypersonics, UAVs, UUVs, and drone swarms involving hardware, algorithms, sensor networks and phenomenologies, and collaborates with other departments, institutes, and centers, including the Center for Space Science and Engineering Research (Space@VT) and the Center for Marine Autonomy and Robotics (CMAR). Successful candidates for this position will expand the division’s research in one or more of the following areas: RF systems and payloads, avionics, small satellites, hypersonics, autonomy, multiagent systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, multi-physics modeling and simulation, model-based systems engineering, and/or cyber physical security. A successful candidate should have a publication track record, a desire to work with students, experience in the role of PI on research funded projects, and an ability and willingness to work collaboratively with faculty from a variety of disciplines. The successful candidate will also proactively work to establish new relationships within the university with other relevant departments and outside the university with key stakeholders in the DoD, IC, and industry. They will also assist the Director of MSD in the leadership and management of the division and help shape and lead future strategic initiatives.

Associate Director Responsibilities include:
1. Help the director lead the investment strategy and development of new funded research programs and/or participating in the business development activities of the division;
2. Lead the execution of university-sponsored programs by conducting research and development
3. Provide mentorship to students and junior researchers working on programs including supervisory responsibilities of 5 or more junior researchers
4. Author technical documents and publish peer-reviewed academic papers
5. Support the Director in the development of the strategic plans of the division, be responsible for the development and execution of plans and policies that achieve that strategic vision, and assist in division management

Assistant Director Responsibilities include:
1. Participate in the development of new funded research programs
2. Lead the execution of university-sponsored programs by conducting research and development
3. Provide mentorship to students and junior researchers working on programs.
4. Author technical documents and publish peer-reviewed academic papers
5. Support the Director in the development of the strategic plans of the division and assist in the execution of plans and policies that achieve that strategic vision

Based on the foundation of the Ted and Karyn Hume Center for National Security and Technology, Virginia Tech launched the Virginia Tech National Security Institute in September 2021. With a presence in Blacksburg and the Washington, D.C., metro area, the institute aspires to be the nation's preeminent academic organization at the nexus of interdisciplinary research, technology, policy, and talent development, the national security institute will advance national security in pursuit of a secure America.

Required Qualifications

Leadership level will be determined based on the successful candidate's qualifications.

Associate Required qualifications:
• An earned doctoral degree with significant related professional experience in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Significant evidence of excellence in research and development and program leadership.
• Demonstrated significant experience leading research programs supporting the federal government serving as a PI.
• Demonstrated significant experience in leading, managing, and contributing to a team in executing research projects.
• Demonstrated significant experience executing DoD/IC business development activities
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in executing upon research projects
• Given the nature of the research conducted and requirements from federal sponsors, candidates must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance

Assistant Required qualifications:
• An earned doctoral degree with significant related professional experience in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Evidence of excellence in research and development with interest in program leadership
• Experience conducting research programs supporting the federal government serving as a PI or Co-PI.
• Demonstrated significant experience in managing and contributing to a team in executing research projects.
• Experience executing DoD/IC business development activities
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in executing upon research projects
• Given the nature of the research conducted and requirements from federal sponsors, candidates must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Associate Preferred qualifications:
• Active security clearance at the TS/SCI Level
• Experience and a passion for working effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student population
• Experience working in an academic or government laboratory environment
• Experience in development/shaping of strategic plans for a team/department
• Experience managing a diverse workforce
• Demonstrated ability to develop and support an independent research portfolio
• Deep experience working with defense science and technology agencies such as DARPA, ONR, and AFRL.

Assistant Preferred qualifications:
• Active security clearance at the TS/SCI Level
• Interest in working effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student population
• Experience working in an academic or government laboratory environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and support an independent research portfolio

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

commensurate with experience

Review Date

4/3/2024

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our work, all applicants must be US citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.