Engineering Manager III – Technology Manager – Algorithm Ecosystem
About The Position
The Algorithm Ecosystem manager will be responsible to define the tools, techniques, and processes for SMS that comprise a compelling and resilient approach to algorithm development throughout the algorithm lifecycle: discovery, evaluation, implementation, and integration. A critical responsibility of this role is championing the creation of an Algorithm Product and the business case to justify continuous investment over many years. The specific needs of many stakeholders will need to be balanced against available budget and the future business strategy. The following objectives have been identified for this role in 2026: Integration, Test, and Evaluation Infrastructure for rapid algorithm pipeline design and performance evaluation. Centralized repositories (Algorithm Bank) for code, documentation, and evaluation data, providing version control and interface standards. Documentation (ADD/SDD) standardization is required for provenance of algorithms and necessary for implementation of the algorithm in software. Discoverability and Reusability of codified algorithms to improve development and delivery and reduce proliferation of independent solutions. Guided Processes (Lifecycle Working Agreements) for both Algorithm and Software Developer enabling a smooth handshake between the two. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
Requirements
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 12 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
- Technical Skills: Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), image processing libraries (e.g., OpenCV, Pillow), and signal processing libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy).
- Algorithm Development Experience: Demonstrated experience developing and applying algorithms for object detection and tracking, image processing, signal processing, and machine learning.
- Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience leading and managing cross-functional teams in relevant business environments.
- Budget Management Experience: Experience managing large budgets and making financial decisions.
- Communication Skills: Superb presentation skills with documented presentation experience to senior decision-making and technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- BS degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Responsibilities
- Manage a set of related capabilities and deliver usable, supported, trusted, and cataloged (definition of a product) features, functions and or parts.
- Work with architects, systems engineers, SBUs, and business development to ensure success
- Architect algorithm products and business cases to justify investment over many years
- Identify stakeholders, communicate regularly, and solicit requirements for current and future customer mission needs
- Market enterprise-level capabilities to internal stakeholders
- Collect, organize, and prioritize requirements from across SMS into technology development roadmaps
- Manage expectations by providing visibility into how stakeholder needs (design, timelines, and features) will be met through tech dev roadmaps
- Advocate for interoperability and compatibility with adjacent development efforts under indirect and direct funds
- Capture adjacent developments across SMS within the Algorithm Bank and Index.
- Act as a nexus of community of interest consisting of practitioners and internal customers.
- Contribute to bid and proposal efforts to ensure bid capabilities and costs are aligned with products and tech dev roadmaps
- Centralize knowledge of intellectual property (IP) rights for products, algorithms, implementations, and tools
- Work with legal, contracts, and programs to manage rights on direct and proposed efforts.
- Identify and develop funding sources to maintain and grow product line.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- a legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
- Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
- Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
