MANAGER-R&D - Section Manager - Ohio - Dayton, OH

Who We Are:

Tactical Aerospace is a premier supplier for Avionics/Aerospace grade complex electronic embedded systems. We design, integrate, and manufacture avionics, mission computers, payload electronics, sensors, AI systems, test systems, and modeling/simulation for the defense market. This position will manage the Dayton (Beavercreek), OH office and engineering section. This is a on-site position. Objectives of this Role:
Manage a engineering business section and the Ohio office for the Tactical Aerospace organization. This position is on-site and in the Beavercreek, OH office. Manage the team of engineers/scientists while working with program managers to manage technical and programmatic aspects of all programs within the section. The Ohio office focus is on Neuromorphic Computing AI, Modeling & Sim, Human Factors and UAS/CCV while supporting programs across the Tactical Aerospace organization which includes embedded complex electronics for the aerospace/avionics markets.

Grow the business organically through Business Development, marketing, writing proposals and developing estimates for customers. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Manage resources within the department:
Performance reviews, keeping resources utilized on programs, hiring, personnel issues, and dealing with office issues/maintenance. Provide technical guidance and oversight of supported projects and programs. Manage Internal Research and Design (IRAD's) activities within the section. Grow the section through marketing, Business Development, writing proposals, creating estimates, and finding business opportunities. Customer interaction and growth of the Ohio section and Tactical Aerospace is a significant part of the role.

Travel will be required. Requirements:
Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree with related experience. 10+ years:
Technical experience with at least 4 years experience as a technical manager/supervisor. Shown experience writing proposals, developing estimates, presenting to/managing customers, and marketing to customers. Basic understanding of AI, modeling & simulation, data science, avionics development, and/or UAV/UAS/Drones. Background in the Aerospace Market is helpful and related to this role. A valid/clear driver's license is required.