Rdt&E Manager For Energetic Operations

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
Battelle is currently seeking a Manager (M2) within the Advanced Materials and Energetics (AME) Division leading the High Energy Research Lab Area (HERLA) in West Jefferson, OH and remote management of an AME team located at client-site in Florida. The manager will report to the AME Division Manager and be responsible for safe operations, recruiting and management oversight for HERLA and client-site operations. The manager is expected to support the division manager with setting and achieving group, division and business line strategic goals, business planning and business growth. This position will be the staff lead, with the concurrent expectation of contributing technically to projects and developing new business leads within the energetic industry.
The position will be based in Columbus, Ohio.
Number of direct reports: 40+
Responsibilities

• Acts as the site lead at the HERLA, interfacing with facilities, security, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and quality, and may act as/delegate responsibilities of range safety officer (RSO). Works with team on upkeep of facilities, staff training and business growth strategies.
• Provides management oversight of a client-site AME team in Florida, with support from on-site Team Leads, who are performing RDT&E across a variety of hazardous operations work including blast, ballistic, and fire protection engineering. Performs manpower planning and assures appropriate staffing levels and skill mix across all team operations. Supports, directs and organizes staff assignments to various projects, and finds points of connectivity between staff and programs when and where possible. Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges when needed.
• Manages human resource activities such as recruiting strategy and hiring staff, appraising performance, and providing opportunities for career development. Manages relationships of staff. Provides necessary training and mentor opportunities for staff.
• Works with Program Managers and Business Development to leverage client relationships to stay informed of client business plans and priorities and identify high growth/value opportunities for Battelle with our various clients. Positions Battelle to win follow on programs and new business.
• Has accountability for the performance and results of staff, ensuring staff conduct research, development, and technical activities within the established business ethics, safety and quality policies and procedures. Reviews and approves, as necessary, test safety plans, work instructions, and other operational documents in accordance with Battelle (or client) requirements.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to internal management and to external customers. Works with Technical leads to understand program goals to ensure high-level contract performance ratings.
• Stays abreast of industry needs and issues. Maintains a working knowledge of and helps Battelle ensure compliance with applicable government and industry regulations.
• Manager will be expected to directly support project statement of work between HERLA and client-site team to ensure project deliverables, schedule, and performance between sites.

Key Qualifications

• The candidate should have a bachelors degree in a related field; 10 years of technical or program management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in management of hazardous operations, knowledge or management of energetics RDT&E or a related field.
• Excellent oral and communication skills to effectively interact with higher management levels internally and with client organizations, subcontractors, consultants and staff.
• Requires critical human relation skills to understand, select, develop and motivate others. Requires evidenced ability to lead others in the achievement of goals.
• Experience working with DoD and IC clients, including leading/writing proposals, proposal and bidding processes, awards, and execution.
• Significant experience with munitions/explosives research, development, and/or test and evaluation.
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position desires an active U.S. Security Clearance as of day one of employment and the ability to access US only data systems.
• DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain
• Previous experience overseeing staff and facilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Intimate knowledge of safe handling practices for munitions and ordnance.
• Knowledge of applicable government regulations pertaining to energetic materials.
• Knowledge of explosives or propellant formulation, synthesis, handling, and testing. Including military, commercial, and/or improvised explosives, rocket propellants, and gun propellants.
• Small arms handling, modification, armoring, gunsmithing
• Experience with hazardous operations and client site requirements pertaining to USAF regulations. Operations may include, blast testing, fire testing, or other hazardous and non-hazardous test procedures regulated by the USAF.
• Knowledge of development and production of Exploding Foil Initiators
• Experience growing statement of work through on contract growth, new awards and building teams in geographically diverse locations.
• Familiar with intellectual property processes and procedures

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
• Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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