Technology Research Manager leads research and evaluation of emerging trends in the information technology field to determine their worth to the organization. Designs and oversees staff education on the use of new technology. Being a Technology Research Manager recommends ways to apply new products and solutions that will maximize their value to the organization. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Technology Research Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Technology Research Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Technology Research Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
FMI, A Spirit AeroSystems Company | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe
Spirit Maine's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles.
Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles.
Your role: Spirit Maine is seeking a proactive, motivating Project Manager to join the Research & Technology Advanced Programs team. In this role you will manage the technical execution of engineering projects to deliver advanced high temperature material solutions for hot structures and thermal protection systems in Defense and Space applications. You will be expected to clearly define, bid and manage work packages for efficient execution. You will ensure the right resources are being applied to your assigned project(s) and will forecast and track cost and schedule performance. You will clearly communicate with the engineering team, R&T leadership and the customer, ensuring internal process compliance while exceeding customer expectations.
To be successful in this role you will have a technical education or experience in a technical or manufacturing environment, be a team-first leader and motivator, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated project management skills. As a team leader, you will be able to execute tasks with reduced oversight, have high personal integrity and will always promote our company values and safety culture.
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