Research and Development Manager jobs in New London, CT

**Please note: You must be a US Citizen and submit an application through the ARL website in ordered to be considered for this position. 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**

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Job Description

Perform project management duties in support of multiple Government sponsored R&D activities which include acoustic analysis, software and algorithm design, development, test, demonstration, and deployment. Work with agile development teams, Principle Investigators, Product Owners, and System Owners contributing to strategic discussions and help translate strategies and ideas into outcomes, actionable plans and results.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of ongoing R&D activities at ARL:UT and engage with various sponsors and fleet offices to identify areas for collaboration and aid in communication with ARL:UT.
• Communicate with Navy offices on sonar data collection opportunities and provide test plan and data collection requirement inputs as needed.
• Work with Navy personnel to update manuals and guidance to include up-to-date and accurate technical information.
• Attend on-site and remote working meetings relevant to ARL:UT/ONR program areas – present material and/or provide reports to ARL:UT/ONR as needed.
• Act as an ARL:UT point of contact and direct inquiries to relevant technical POCs as needed.
• Preparation and review of analysis, planning, and other technical presentations and reports and presentation of those results to internal and external project stakeholders.
• Provide technical support for existing or future on-site tools/capabilities.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related fields.
• Five or more years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project).

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position requires attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. The position requires the applicant to work independently 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. The position requires the applicant to routinely work under pressure, accept supervision, maintain regular and punctual attendance.

U.S. Citizen. 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

• Master's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, engineering management or related fields.
• Five or more years project management experience with Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D or system acquisitions.
• Project Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Project Management, or DoD branch specific project management or system acquisition certification.
• Acoustic data analysis and USW operational or intelligence experience.
• Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office suite and project management tools.
• Experience working with high level fleet and technical program representatives across multiple organizations.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

General Notes

Position is located in Groton, CT

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

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

$90,000-$140,000 /negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Possible weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial college transcripts

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Experience level:

• 6 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Government sponsored technical/scientific R&D: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PMP (Preferred)
• DoD (Preferred)

Work Location: In person