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Battelle · 2 months ago

Skill Bridge Program Manager

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Battelle is a leading research and development organization that conducts critical services for a variety of clients. They are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead their Skillbridge program focused on advancing energy solutions for defense applications, managing R&D initiatives, and overseeing project management and team leadership.

Biotechnology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Project Management: Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific short-term and long-term projects related to energy solutions for defense applications

Team Leadership: Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technical staff to achieve project goals. Ensure effective collaboration and communication within the team and with external stakeholders

R&D Oversight: Manage the research and development process, including the assessment of technology gaps, development of advanced energy storage and integration solutions, and enhancement of capabilities to address emerging threats

Lifecycle Management: Conduct quick-reaction analyses and comprehensive engineering analyses for total lifecycle management of energy systems, from conceptualization through deployment and operational support

Technology Assessment: Evaluate critical enabling technologies for their suitability in specific energy applications within defense systems. Guide the research and analysis efforts to identify and integrate innovative solutions

Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, including government agencies, subcontractors, and project sponsors. Ensure that all parties are aligned with the project objectives and timelines

Budget and Resource Allocation: Develop and manage the project budget. Allocate resources effectively to ensure project milestones are met within budgetary constraints

Reporting and Documentation: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management and government officials. Document all phases of the project lifecycle and ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations

Qualification

Program ManagementR&D ManagementEnergy Systems KnowledgePMP CertificationProject Management SoftwareBudget ManagementTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsTechnical IntegrationCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or a related field

Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, specifically in R&D projects related to power generation, battery & energy systems, microelectronics, renewable energy, or related fields

Recent experience managing DOD contracts & projects

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of managing complex R&D projects

Strong understanding of energy systems, including energy storage, power generation, and system integration

Familiarity with DoD critical technology areas such as microelectronics, space technology, renewable energy, directed energy, and hypersonics

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders

Proficiency in project management software and tools

PMP Certification or DAU Level II/III Program Management qualification

Proven ability to integrate a wide variety of technical disciplines into a solution to meet client requirements

Excellent business acumen and ability to identify and resolve problems and issues effectively and efficiently

Proven ability to lead others in the achievement of goals, demonstrated through roles of increasing responsibility over time that demonstrate greater span of control over teams and excellence driven by initiative, innovation and vision

Demonstrated success ensuring that a wide range of different activities (technical, business development, and administrative) are done on time and at a high quality

Excellent oral, presentation, and written communication skills

Demonstrated excellence in building and supporting a team

Capable of traveling domestically up to 10% annually

Sole US Citizen with a current a DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCI

Preferred

15+ years leading teams in the execution of programs and/or development of power generation, battery development and battery management systems, energy storage & management systems in an operational environment

Recent experience with battery testing and certification under Naval Sea Systems Command Instruction 9310.1C

Experience working on DOD projects with NSWC Crane's Special Warfare & Expeditionary Systems Power and Energy Division (JXM)

Benefits

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.