MITRE · 19 hours ago
HNJJ Advanced Technology Experimentation Project Leader
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$146K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expMITRE is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to addressing the nation's toughest challenges. The Advanced Technology Experimentation Project Leader will lead multidisciplinary teams in the design, development, and operational support of advanced airborne network capabilities and ensure successful project execution.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNon ProfitQuantum ComputingSaaS
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Advanced Technology Experimentation project, ensuring successful execution of technical, operational, and programmatic objectives
Coordinate and integrate efforts across MITRE, FFRDC/UARC, government sponsors, and industry partners
Oversee technical teams in the design, integration, and testing of joint fires solutions
Provide subject matter expertise in mechanical engineering, C2 systems, airborne communications, and cross-domain technologies
Shape and guide experimentation, field demonstrations, and operational assessments
Mentor and develop project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment
Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and sponsors
Support business development and proposal activities related to fifth-generation and airborne operations
Develop and coordinate the architecture, component selection, and experimental validation of airborne communications systems utilizing multiple connectivity modes
Lead the full lifecycle management of systems and security infrastructure, designing and building comprehensive suites of security and automation tools, vulnerability scanning, and patching across multiple security enclaves
Provide subject matter expertise for cybersecurity best-practices including compliance, defensive cyber operations, and scanning, patch management, and observability infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience
Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects
Deep understanding of airborne platforms, airborne communications, fifth-gen capabilities, cross-domain technologies, and live-fly experimentation
Experience with requirements analysis, systems integration, and operational experimentation
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills
Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance and ability to achieve Special Access Program clearance
U.S citizenship required
This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site
Preferred
Masters Degree in a related technical field
Familiarity with engineering and design systems (SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, MATLAB)
Prior experience supporting live-fly experimentation
Prior experience working with multiple industry partners in a lab-based or field integration
Certifications such as PMP, INCOSE CSEP, or equivalent
Company
MITRE
The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.05MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyMassachusetts Technology Collaborative
2023-07-27Grant
2023-06-08Grant· $2.05M
Leadership Team
Katie Schroth
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Kerry Buckley
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