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Director – Radar Physics Laboratory (RPL) – ECS

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ECS is seeking a Director to work in our Chantilly, VA office.

The Director of ECS’ Radar Physics Laboratory (RPL) will be responsible for leading the lab’s research and development efforts, providing strategic direction, and overseeing the management of programs, resources and facilities.

• Provide strategic direction and vision for the Radar Physics Lab that aligns with the ECS Federal corporate mission
• Manage and grow RPL as an independent Profit and Loss (P&L) center within ECS’ Defense, Intel and Health Business Unit
• Lead a team of program managers, principle and senior-level engineers, production and quality managers developing, fielding and supporting Radar and Flight Termination System equipment
• Identify, pursue, and capture new business opportunities and funding sources
• Oversee and direct priorities on multiple projects and programs; develop and direct project budgets; ensure program performance meets customer schedules
• Direct operations within the RPL department and ensure compliance with program requirements, the QMS, as well as regulatory, safety, and industrial security standards
• Represent RPL at conferences, workshops, and industry events
• Collaborate with external partners, including government agencies and industry to create strategic partnerships as needed to win new work
• Stay current with advancements in radar physics and engineering and maintain continuous engagement with RPL management and engineers to ensure RPL leads the industry state-of-the-art
• Manage resources, including personnel, budget, and facilities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, etc.), Science or another related STEM field
• 15+ years of experience managing P&L for an engineering and manufacturing department and experience managing production programs under contract to the DoD/DoW and/or Intelligence communities, with focus on large-scale electronic systems
• Proven ability to capture federal and commercial business and lead large scale marketing and proposal efforts that result in contract awards aligning with strategic business goals
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams of engineers and technicians to develop new technologies into deliverable products and rapidly scaling products from prototype to full rate production
• Extensive knowledge of best practices for maximizing engineering and manufacturing workflow efficiencies
• Experience managing an organization within an ISO-9001 or AS9100 certified Quality Management System
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment managing and directing priorities on multiple, disparate production programs and contracts of widely variable scale and at different phases of development
• Domestic travel and occasional international travel to lead capture and marketing efforts, attend program milestone reviews and corporate management meetings
• US Citizenship
• Active US Government Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to a higher level if needed

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Science or related STEM field, Engineering Management, or Business Administration (MBA)
• Experience with supply chain management, including supplier development and risk mitigation
• PMP certification
• Experience with radar systems engineering, production and operations
• Detailed knowledge of techniques, suppliers, and technology trends related to Radar Cross Section measurement systems, Flight Termination Systems, and RF & Microwave frequency electronics
• US Government Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid‑sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3,300+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the U.S. Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.