Director Microbolometers

Job ID : 112866

Location : Dallas TX hybrid

Schedule : 9 / 80 onsite 3 days a week

The Electro Optical InfraredSystems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborneplatforms.We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary

The Director for Microbolometers is a leadership role in the Leonardo DRS Laboratory. This Director is responsible for driving the technical vision, strategy, and execution related to microbolometer-based focal plane arrays (FPAs) and camera systems for Leonardo DRS. In this senior-level role, the Director oversees research and development projects where the complexity of the technical problems requires advanced knowledge and scientific specialization in uncooled sensing.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a team of scientists and engineers with expertise in microelectromechanical (MEMS) structures, material science, and computational modeling for uncooled sensing.
• Conduct research towards fundamental microbolometer performance improvements leading to new products and technologies.
• Design, model, conduct, and analyze experiments to understand and advance the performance of microbolometers.
• Write reports and present technical papers to win new business and strengthen the technical creditability of the company and laboratory.
• Communicate with internal leadership, industry partners, and government customers through technical papers, briefings, and regular dialogs.
• Develop and manage the scope, schedule, and budgets for research and development efforts including equipment, software, and personnel.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners for technology-related projects, including foundries and academic laboratories.
• Maintain currency with industry trends and technological advancements in the field of infrared detectors and thermal imaging.
• Make strategic decisions aligned with leadership objectives, leveraging technology resources and organizational capabilities.
• Manage and mentor the microbolometer team and support the development of other scientists and engineers within the lab.
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians, and support personnel to recommend and coordinate technical activities and progress.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Qualifications

Travel Requirements : 10% of the time

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9 / 80 program, competitive vacation, health / emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.