Science and Engineering Research Program Manager (SME)

Odyssey has an exciting new opportunity for a Human Systems Integration ResearchProgram Manager, supporting the The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.  The 711 HPW is the first human-centric warfare wing to consolidate human performance research, education and consultation under a single organization. Established under the Air Force Research Laboratory, the 711 HPW is comprised of the Human Effectiveness Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM).

***Contingent upon contract award***

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• 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. With the ability to 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 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/reports and developing presentations to include 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 complex projects.
• 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.

***Contingent upon contract award***

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance:  Abilty to Obtain NACI

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related engineering.

Years of Experience:  At least five (5) years of progressive experience in engineering program management within the Department of War (DoW) (previously Department of Defense); equivalent industry environment; or combination thereof.

In addition:

• 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. Some examples include reviewing and/or contributing to technical documentation such as 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.
• Have a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in place based on the potential access to confidential, proprietary, and/or sensitive information. The NDA shall be provided to the Government Program Manager by start of performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:  Master’s degree in engineering or in a scientific domain related to systems engineering, human performance and/or human effectiveness.

Certifications: DAWIA career field certification (Practitioner) in Engineering & Technical Management (ETM) OR Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

In addition:

• Demonstrated experience working in a research and development program and/or studies surrounding human systems integration.
• Experience with program utilizing Agile methodologies and incorporating AI management tools.

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH

Travel: Possible

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite

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***Contingent upon contract award***

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

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