Program Manager

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• You will manage work that spans cellular network security, RF sensing, spectrum analysis, and next-generation communication systems.
• To be effective, you must understand what researchers are building, what sponsors need, and how to bridge those two worlds under the constraints of federal research programs.

Skills

• Technical project and business leadership skills, to include planning, coordinating, and driving project activities for various sponsors.
• Broad expertise and unique knowledge leading multi-disciplinary teams focused on industrial control systems tool development.
• Extensive experience managing or working in DoD and other US government cyber-related planning efforts to serve as INL spokesperson for developing advanced ideas and driving development of advanced solutions in this area.
• Self-starter who can provide true project/program leadership and vision for rapidly growing mission area.
• Facilitate the integration, synchronization, and coordination of requirements to internal and external DoD organizations to help address mission gaps.

Project Management Skills

Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and oversee complex projects. Proficient in project management tools such as [e.g., Jira, MS Project].

Technical Skills

In-depth understanding of technical concepts and communications technologies is preferred. Experience with software development and systems integration, is a plus.

Communication Skills

Demonstrate subject matter expertise and communication skills to interface with all levels of sponsor management and for project deliverable quality and integrity. Ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Problem-Solving

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Capable of handling multiple priorities and managing competing demands effectively. Proven ability to work as a member of a team as well as autonomously without close supervision.

Experience

Experience with RF Communications. Experience working with US DoD. US DoD Special Operations and Acquisition Experience a plus. Experience writing proposals, white papers, SBIRs responses.

Education, Credentials, and Work Experience

• Level 3 - Bachelor’s and 5 years. Master’s and 2 years. PhD and 2 years.
• Level 4 - Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 9 years. Master’s and 6 years. PhD and 4 years.

Preferred Formal Educational Background

• Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems Management, National Security Studies, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or related fields.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Working Conditions

• Perform in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls.
• The noise level is generally moderate.
• Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance.
• Periodic safety training is necessary.
• Position may work irregular shifts of more than 8 hours/day and work alone.
• Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required.

Security And Privacy Language

This position includes information security and privacy responsibilities as defined by NIST SP 800 53, OMB Circular A 130, and DOE Order 206. Position must complete initial and annual role-specific training as required. The incumbent must sign and comply with all required access agreements prior to being granted access to organizational systems or data. Comply with all applicable information security and privacy policies and procedures by following established protocols, with an understanding that non-compliance may result in sanctions.

About Us

• Benefits and Relocation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

Relocation

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Other Information

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