Space Remote Sensing and Data Science Group Leader (R&D Manager 4)

About the role

The Space Remote Sensing and Data Science Group (ISR-6) is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic scientific and engineering leader with expertise and experience in remote sensing, data science, and space research. The Group Leader will establish and execute a strategic vision that positions the group for future mission success while maintaining excellence in ongoing program execution.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute a strategic vision for the group.
• Drive a creative, entrepreneurial R&D work environment in which innovation and continuous learning are essential for solving some of the most difficult challenges in science, engineering, and national security.
• Work closely with the Deputy Group Leader, ISR Division Leadership, Program Managers, Project Leaders, and external sponsors to advance the group's technical capabilities and mission impact.
• Support workforce development across all career stages, strengthen the student and postdoctoral pipeline, and ensure the group remains positioned to address future national security and scientific challenges.
• Facilitate success by identifying, managing, and mitigating technical and organizational risk; collaborating closely with Program Managers and Project Leaders to ensure delivery of National Security Programs and information products on time and within budget; and by providing a safe and secure working environment for all using the ISR core values supported by Human Performance Improvement and Safe Conduct of Research principles.
• Be responsible for performance and salary management of staff; strategic workforce planning; providing growth and development opportunities; and recognizing individual and team accomplishments.

Requirements

• Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and lead multidisciplinary teams through complex scientific, engineering, operational, and organizational challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to drive a creative, entrepreneurial R&D work environment in which innovation and continuous learning are essential for solving some of the most difficult challenges in science, engineering, and national security.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to developing the next generation of scientists and engineers through mentorship, sponsorship, succession planning, student engagement, and postdoctoral development.
• Proven ability to work and interact effectively in a dynamic team environment; to build and lead cross-organizational collaborations and teams; and to motivate staff through common goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated record of advocating for resources, personnel, and projects within your team or organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex research portfolios and balancing mission execution, workforce development, strategic investment, and sponsor expectations.
• Demonstrated scientific/engineering and technical leadership in one or more areas of ISR-6's key mission areas such as remote sensing, space systems, space domain awareness, advanced analytics, AI/ML, data science, phenomenology, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups, and effective presentations for a wide variety of audiences. Strong active listening skills are required for this position.
• Demonstrated success in improving workforce safety, security, environment, and health such as through implementing Human Performance Improvement (HPI) and/or Safe Conduct of Research (SCoR) principles, or equivalent techniques.
• Demonstrated commitment to mission assurance, protection of sensitive information, and responsible execution of national security missions.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a respectful, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can contribute and succeed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
  • Advanced degree in a relevant science or engineering field is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to work broadly across a large organization to provide insight and advice on the successful completion of major programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to take a concept from low TRL to high TRL to provide insight and advice on maturing promising capabilities.
  • Working knowledge of DOE/NNSA, DoD, NASA, or other government agencies.
  • Demonstrated record of successful proposal development, sponsor engagement, and portfolio growth.
  • Active Q clearance and SCI eligibility.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work broadly across a large organization to provide insight and advice on the successful completion of major programs.
• Demonstrated ability to take a concept from low TRL to high TRL to provide insight and advice on maturing promising capabilities.
• Working knowledge of DOE/NNSA, DoD, NASA, or other government agencies.
• Demonstrated record of successful proposal development, sponsor engagement, and portfolio growth.

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