Director of Superconducting Technology

Director of Superconducting Technology

Job Locations : US-NJ-Carteret

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ID : 2024-15633

of Openings : 1

Job Function : Research & Development

Overview

Bruker OST manufactures highly specialized, engineered superconducting materials as a Tier 1 supplier to the healthcare industry.

The Director of Technology will apply knowledge and expertise to prioritize and lead new superconductor product development efforts, supplier development projects, new product introductions, and escalated troubleshooting and root cause and corrective action activities.

As a senior executive, the Director of Technology will also contribute to strategy development, financial models, and planning, and addressing other requirements of the business as needed.

Responsibilities

Strategic

• Prioritize and lead technology and product development programs in low temperature superconductor Nb-Ti and Nb3Sn systems.
• Interface with customers and suppliers to build relationships and resolve technical issues related to the manufacturing, cost, and use of our products.
• Support other business functions as required to meet customer requirements and business objectives.
• Maintain and manage to departmental budget.
• Develop technical staff and manage performance and succession planning.
• Seek and obtain external funding in support of our new product initiatives.

Tactical

• Creation and management of short-, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives.
• Conduct business review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential new product, cost down, and improvement opportunities.
• Establish and maintain close and effective working relationships with other managers within BEST.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key customers, suppliers, and collaborators.

Performance Metrics

• Development of new technologies or products to meet stakeholder expectations, primarily as measured by market share and financial measures such as gross margin and cost of quality.
• IP generation, including patent applications.
• Customer satisfaction that our product development path is in line with their needs, as measured by external funding and technical collaborations.
• Evidence of strategic planning and implementation.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in materials science, physics, or a related discipline is required, as is experience in applied superconductivity.
• A proven record of new technology and product development with experience, including publications in peer-reviewed technical literature.
• A candidate with extensive superconductor development and manufacturing experience in a lean manufacturing environment would be ideal.
• At least 10 years of technical and / or operational management experience would be expected.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to distil information and data from multiple sources to create a focus on root cause resolution of complex problems.
• Ability to develop and manage long term and high-level plans, while also being hands-on to resolve pressing technical and tactical business issues.
• Facilitator skills e.g., leading cross-functional teams / problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Development and performance management through teams and individuals, particularly within a matrixed organization.
• Willingness to travel globally, occasionally, and sometimes frequently as needs arise.
• Willingness to engage with coworkers at all organizational levels and be hands-on to develop a deep understanding of our products and processes.

Bruker is a federal contractor and subject to Executive Order 14042. Under Executive Order 14042, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with limited exceptions).

You will need to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.

Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).

Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws, and all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility.

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