Director, Research Engineering & Operations

Texas A&M University System Offices

Bryan, Texas, US
Commensurate with experience; not specified; compe...
Wireless and wired network engineering
Public safety and critical infrastructure systems
Principal investigator or co-pi experience
The Director leads the operational and engineering functions of the Center for Applied Communications and Networks within the Texas A&M University System

Job Summary

  • The Director leads the operational and engineering functions of the Center for Applied Communications and Networks within the Texas A&M University System.
  • This role requires extensive experience in designing, developing, and deploying wireless networks for public safety, defense, and critical infrastructure.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health benefits, a defined benefit retirement plan through TRS, and tuition assistance.

Matching Summary

The Director leads the operational and engineering functions of the Center for Applied Communications and Networks within the Texas A&M University System.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Wireless and wired network engineering
  • Public safety and critical infrastructure systems
  • Principal Investigator or Co-PI experience
  • Budget development and resource allocation
  • Team leadership and performance management
  • RDT&E project execution and delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Conference presentation and publication skills
  • International travel capability
  • Standards committee participation
  • Next generation networking expertise
  • Collaborative team culture promotion

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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