Science Director Research Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Integer’smissionis to turnappliedscience and technology(S&T)research topics into tangible technology for the Department of Defense(DoD).Integeris currently hiring a Director of Cyber-Physical Systems responsible for the strategy,management, and captureofa portfolio of DoDS&T research programsrelated to critical technologies for cyber-securesolutions in undersea, surface, and information warfare .

To achieve internal and customer project goals, the Director of Cyber-Physical Systems must coordinatemultipleresearchprograms, understand new concepts frommultipleengineering disciplines on advanced and complex topics, andcommunicatefindings in a way that is easy for non-experts to understand.They must leadprincipal investigators (PI’s) andtechnicalproject managers (TPM’s) towardsa clear visionfor their teams,ensuring projects are executed to a high standard of excellenceand continuously hitting demonstrable capabilitymilestones.

The Director of Cyber-Physical Systems mustlead the capture of follow-on work in related technical areas.They are well respected in the research community. They are experienced in getting to know DoD research sponsors and then forming new research ideas in alignment with the sponsor’s priorities. Critically,Director of Cyber-Physical Systemsmust have a bias for research that explores capabilities relevant to the DoD mission set and lays the foundation for technology that may be transitioned into hands of the US warfighter.

• Manage a portfolio ofS&Tprograms . Develop a strategy for portfolio-level technical outcomes that are a result of complementary project outcomes, that amplify each other, and that align with company strategy.
• Oversee the technical, schedule, and budget performance for all of Integer’s S&T/R&D contracts related to mission-oriented autonomous systems .
• Supervise PI’s and TPM’s. Provide technical and programmatic quality control.
• Coach PI’s on how to perform high-level research, understand a customer, and keep them happy and excited about the research outcomes.
• Work with Integer’s leadership team to maintain relationships with university researchers and leadership at partnered research institutions.
• Provide them with strategic direction, technical guidance, and prioritization by identifying near-term and long-term technology maturation milestones and driving accountability. This involves managing a workforce distributed across multiple offices and remote employees.
• Demonstrate capabilities relevant to customer needs and Integer strategy. Be the lead authority responsible for maturing science and technology research into functional, demonstratable prototypes that address validated customer needs.TheDirector ofCyber-Physical Systemsisultimately responsiblefor making sure our projects are keeping to a regular cadence of demonstration events, and that our teams are adequately prepared todemonstrateambitious capabilityadvancements with each event.

• Must be a U.S.Citizen with the ability to obtain a US DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree inComputerScience,ComputerEngineering,or related field.
• At least10years of professional experiencewithNavy, Air Force, Army,or DARPA sponsored research programs.
• Experience managing applied research and technology demonstration project (budget activities 6.2 – 6.4) as a Principal Investigator or Project Manager.
• Expertisein broad areas of cyber security including intrusion detection and network security, zero trust architectures, embedded systems security, vulnerability detection, and software exploitation.
• Familiarity with academic research environments andinterfacing with early researchers and subject matter experts.
• Familiarity with Navy missions, platforms, and capability gaps. This includes, but is not limited to, surface combatants, unmanned systems, and expeditionary warfare.This role specifically requires an understanding of the cyber-physical challenges associated with these missions and capability gaps.
• Experience managing diverse teamscomprisedof personnel from multiplebusiness unitsand functional areas.
• Ability to traveloccasionally, estimated at less than 25% of the timeif local to a site, less than35% if remote.

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Integer Technologies is a defense technology and applied research company founded by scientists and engineers with a passion for protecting freedom with innovation. We perform R&D on next-generation systems and technologies for the Department of Defense and other U.S. Government agencies. We are hardware and software developers with experience transforming research into fieldable technology. Our mission is to create a safer world by translating scientific discoveries into reliable products that address urgent national security needs… at the speed of relevance.

• Base salaries whichexceedlocal & nationalindustry averages.
• Year-end performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k) with company matching that vestimmediately.
• Integer fully covers medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance costs for the employee and dependents. Integerstandard planpays 100% of health insurance premiums for your entire familyfrom a well-known national insurer.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Paid bereavement and parental leave.
• Hybrid schedule : Mondays and Fridays areoptional towork from homeor in the office.
• Startup culture withthestabilityof a large company. Integer’s business plan has years of time phased contracted work, alleviating the would-be risk from a traditional small company.
• Direct access to company leadership, prioritization of people over process, and a stellar team with a shared desire for personal and professional growth.
• Friendly atmosphere where people enjoy not only their work and whatthey'recreating but enjoy helping each other as well.