Principal Investigator

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Lead program planning, design reviews, and technical oversight of Range Safety solutions, ensuring alignment with operational needs and milestones.

Design and Integration: Lead efforts to architect, prototype, and implement Range Safety solutions emphasizing range safety solutions with high reliability per Range Commanders Council (RCC) requirements.

Testing and Validation: Oversee system integration, testing, and performance analysis, delivering prototypes and findings that inform operational decision-making.

Collaboration: Work closely with government stakeholders, mission engineers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless integration and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• BS 8-10, MS 6-8, PhD 3-5 (Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline)
• Experience leading R&D programs as a PI, Project Manager, or Program Manager, demonstrating the ability to drive technical vision and execution.
• Familiarity with MRTFB range safety standards and regulations including Range Commanders Council (RCC) requirements.
• Knowledgeable about MRTFB operations and flight test practices for intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
• 5+ years of relevant systems engineering experience, with demonstrated MRTFB range safety exposure.
• Proven track record in conducting lab and field demonstrations of complex HW/SW systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing government relationships, with experience transitioning programs from the R&D phase to full production and scaling operational capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.