Program Manager

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. RRC seeks a Program Manager (PM) for signal processing software and hardware development efforts working in a multi-disciplinary Research and Development (R&D) atmosphere with skilled engineers and computer scientists in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment.

The PM functions with a high degree of independence exercising responsibility for program cost, schedule, performance, budget, risk, and communications management delivering customer satisfaction while maintaining our company’s outstanding reputation. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!

What are the primary responsibilities in the Program Manager position? The PM is responsible for all phases of the contract lifecycle including proposal development, staffing, development of plans and schedules, sub-project management and control, conducting formal tests, financial management and forecasting, project reviews, quality, customer relationships, reporting to customers and RRC management, and long-term product support.

The PM may also be responsible for one or more projects that may, or may not be interrelated; and may, or may not serve the same customer. The PM may also be responsible for managing teams that are geographically dispersed. The PM will develop and lead personnel in creative problem solving, implementation of advanced hardware/software capabilities, and real-world testing leading to deployment of prototypes and deliverable systems.

RRC's dynamic environment and diverse projects demand flexibility to quickly master new technologies, leverage existing customers to increase business, and develop new customers to enable growth of Rincon. The PM will also assist senior management and technical staff in setting strategic technology goals to continue our current success in developing leading technologies to solve mission critical problems.

A significant aspect of the PM’s responsibilities will be participation in business development activities that include leading and/or authoring contract proposals. What required background will make you successful? Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Physics, or other related field At least 10 years' experience as an engineer and/or technical program manager At least 3 years’ experience as a technical program manager Experience creating execution plans and schedules, including financial baselines and forecasts Experience building and leading technical teams Significant experience writing successful proposals Proven track record of successful customer relationship development and management Demonstrated history of excellence in program execution Active TS/SCI security clearance US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: Master's or PhD Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Physics, or other related field Professional certification in program management Demonstrated ability to write or analyze requirements and test documentation Experience developing complex DSP systems as a software developer, hardware developer, or algorithm engineer Familiarity with Program Management software tools (For.

Project, Microsoft Project, etc.) Where is the position located? This position can be located at our Centennial, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; or Chantilly, VA locations. *The likely salary range for this position is $165,000 to $200,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

What benefits does RRC offer? 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD) Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.