Southwest Research Institute · 1 week ago
ASSISTANT MANAGER-R&D - MANAGER-R&D - Mechanics & Materials
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSouthwest Research Institute is a leader in advanced materials research and testing, supporting various industries through innovative solutions. The Assistant Manager for R&D will manage a team focused on applied research, establish strategic objectives, and drive business development through networking and client engagement.
Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage a team of engineers and technicians performing applied research in various fields including applied fracture mechanics, fatigue, environment assisted cracking, and high temperature testing
Establish and implement strategic objectives and technical vision for program growth, expansion of business, quality and safety of operations, facilities enhancement, staff development and client cultivation
Maintain existing and develop new business through networking, customer engagement, strategic planning, and proposal writing
Lead a team of project managers and their research project portfolios
Implement continuous professional development of the engineers, technicians, and administrative staff in the section
Conduct business development through networking, writing proposals, leading research, and building new business opportunities in emerging technologies related to a broad range of applications
Manage the execution and completion of research projects for a mix of government and commercial clients
Oversee the operation and maintenance of a mechanical testing laboratory and plan for capital equipment expenditures
Qualification
Required
Requires a Masters or a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar
5+ years: Engineering, program management, and/or personnel management experience. Experience in a technical laboratory environment
Experience in leading and preparing successful technical and budgetary proposals
Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex information and employee performance management feedback
Desire to make a positive impact on the community through developing research aimed at solving complex problems for external clients
A valid/clear driver's license is required
Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section
Company
Southwest Research Institute
Southwest Research Institute is an independent organization benefiting the government and others through innovative science and more.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.47MKey Investors
NASAUS Department of EnergyARPA-E
2025-03-11Grant· $3M
2023-06-09Grant· $2M
2022-12-14Series Unknown· $1.61M
Leadership Team
Walter D. Downing
Executive Vice President and COO
Alan Stern
Associate Vice President
Recent News
2026-01-13
2025-12-17
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