Director, Research Engineering & Operations

Texas A&M University System Offices

Bryan, Texas, United States
Commensurate with experience; not specified; compe...
Wireless and transport network engineering leadership
Public safety and defense communications systems design
Principal investigator experience on research projects
The Director provides leadership for the Center for Applied Communications and Networks, focusing on research and development for public safety and national defense communications

Job Summary

  • The Director provides leadership for the Center for Applied Communications and Networks, focusing on research and development for public safety and national defense communications.
  • This role requires a 'player/coach' approach where the incumbent conducts their own engineering activities while directing staff and managing operational workflows.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit retirement plan through TRS, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.

Matching Summary

The Director provides leadership for the Center for Applied Communications and Networks, focusing on research and development for public safety and national defense communications.

Salary

Commensurate with experience; Not specified; Competitive health benefits; Defined benefit retirement plan; Tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Wireless and transport network engineering leadership
  • Public safety and defense communications systems design
  • Principal Investigator experience on research projects
  • Budget development and resource allocation management
  • Team supervision and performance evaluation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with next generation networking technologies
  • International travel capability for standards committees
  • Strong oral presentation skills at conferences
  • Collaborative approach to open information sharing
  • Ability to work in extreme outdoor weather conditions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Ten years of management experience in wireless network engineering
  • Five years of experience designing public safety/defense communication systems
  • Ability to obtain Secret-level US security clearance
  • Must be a US citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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