Job ID: 2260 About Us:
With over 60 years of mission success, the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is focused on serving our customers, and we take pride in and highly value our employees. We are looking for a dynamic Program Manager to lead and inspire our talented team of Physicists and Researchers. The research team focuses their work on lasers, frequency combs, atomic clocks, photonics, and ultracold atomic gases to develop novel positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) instrumentation and techniques. The team is directly embedded on Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, NM working alongside the Air Force Research Laboratory government team. Position Overview:
As the Program Manager for our Quantum Sensing and Timing team, you will play a critical role in overseeing research projects, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring the successful execution of our strategic objectives. You will be responsible for managing timelines, budgets, and resources while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the team. You will also contribute directly to one or more research projects, based on interest and discussions with the government team. Key Responsibilities:Leads a multidisciplinary team of Scientists and Researchers in quantum physics and photonicsConverts technical and mission needs of AFRL customer into project scope and requirementsDevelops and oversees project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelinesCoordinates research activities, allocates resources, and manages budgets effectivelyFacilitates collaboration among team members and with external customersMonitors progress and provides regular updates to senior leadership and customersPromotes a culture of scientific excellence, creativity, and continuous improvementContributes directly to one or more research projects Required Qualifications:Master's degree or PhD in Physics, Quantum Science, Photonics, or a related fieldProven experience in project or program management, preferably in a scientific or research environmentUnderstanding of AMO/quantum/photonics principles and current trendsExcellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse teamExceptional organizational and problem-solving abilitiesProficiency in project management tools and methodologiesStrong communication skills, both verbal and writtenMust be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance Preferred Qualifications:Substantial experience with direct customer interactions and embedded teamsWorking knowledge of Department of Defense contracting structures and vocabularyWorking knowledge of Agile/Lean/DevOps management approaches and toolsDirect laboratory environment experience At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including: Flexible work schedules that fit your style—every Friday off, every other Friday off, or simply traditional hoursGenerous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special eventHigh-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insuranceA 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!Undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirementsA great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planetWe are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfactionRelocation assistance available for most positions SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact ******** . EOE including Disability and Vet