• Engineering Manager SSP Hypersonics

    SAIC (Crane, IN)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking a highly qualified **Engineering Manager** to provide program leadership and strategic oversight for Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Hypersonic and Strategic Systems (SSP) programs in **Crane, IN** . This critical role will focus on enabling the successful execution and growth of SSP Submarine Launch Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) and other advanced technology programs. The selected candidate will be located at the SAIC facility in Crane, IN **(with Telework Flexibility 1 Day per week)** .

    The Engineering Manager will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

    + Oversee multiple task efforts related to the SLCM-N and other hypersonic and strategic systems programs.

    + Provide programmatic input for requirements definition, developmental Test & Evaluation (T&E) strategy, and master schedules in collaboration with OEM performers and stakeholders.

    + Support comprehensive budget planning, including the development of budget requirements and monitoring financial execution to ensure alignment with program objectives.

    + Assist in resourcing and personnel management efforts, including staffing plans for technical and programmatic needs.

    + Foster stakeholder engagement and proactively build relationships with NSWC Crane leadership and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent communication and regular progress updates.

    + Support SAIC’s strategy for expanding and executing SSP and hypersonic programs, in alignment with the Global Department’s mission and goals.

    + Provide subject matter expertise on NSWC Crane and SSP-related T&Eand Tech transition processes and methodologies.

    Qualifications

    Required Education:

    + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, STEM field, or a related discipline and fourteen(14) years’ experience; Master's degree and 12 years' experience; additional four (4) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree.

    Required Clearance:

    + Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret/SCI; US Citizenship required.

    Required Skills:

    + Experience: Minimum of 15 years’ of leadership experience in DoD advanced technology programs.

    + Strong familiarity with the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane and SSP organizations with specific experience in Test & Evaluation leadership

    + Demonstrated competency in personnel management, financial execution monitoring, and stakeholder collaboration on complex DoD projects.

    + Experience in supporting hypersonics and advanced weapon systems development and test initiatives

    + Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

    Desired Skills:

    + Experience working directly with SSP Program Office (Strategic Systems Programs).

    + Background supporting OEM performers or subcontractor teams in hypersonic and/or strategic technology environments.

    + Proficiency with relevant Department of Defense acquisition, budgeting, and reporting tools.

    Required Certifications:

    + DAWIA LEVEL 3 certified

    REQNUMBER: 2600245

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