SECTOR MANAGER

Overview:

Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) provides our national defense and federal civilian and industry customers with services and products in the following main areas: 1) Cybersecurity and Information Operations; 2) Space Operations and Control; 3) Aviation Systems; 4) Ground, Air and Missile Defense, and Fires Support Systems; 5) Intelligence Programs Support; 6) Experimentation and Test; 7) Program Management; and (8) Audio/Visual Technology Applications.   Quantum's Corporate Office is located in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally.  We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters.  In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Crestview, FL; Orlando , FL and Tupelo, MS.

Mission: 

Quantum is seeking a Sector Manager who will report to the Quantum Chief Operating Officer (COO) and shall be responsible for providing the vision, strategy, and leadership to achieve customer commitments, meet company expectations, and achieve growth expectations across the Sector. Foster a culture of innovative problem solving, performance excellence, and continuous improvement to deliver affordable, effective, and dependable outcomes. Responsible for the performance and growth of multiple programs.

Responsibilities:

• Help lead the daily operations of a complex team that includes the requirements analysis and integration of several functional areas. 
• Develop new ideas to support the strategic direction of Quantum and Government customers. 
• Assist with program proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of support. 
• Brief Quantum leadership and the Government customers on program cost, schedule, performance and risk. 
• Work with Government customers to develop and maintain budgets and plans for the program. 
• Interact with command leadership and prepare and brief accurate organizational and manpower products in a timely and succinct manner. 
• Prepare point papers, issue papers, PowerPoint briefing slides, manpower spreadsheets and comprehensive staff packages. 
• Plan and facilitate execution of strategic organizational and manpower activities in support of a geographically separated team. 
• Conduct and lead risk management and mitigation and lead risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and submit the Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
• Enforce work standards, assign contractor schedules, review work discrepancies, and communicate policies, purposes, and goals of the organization.
• Hire, manage, and evaluate contract personnel.
• Formulate, review, and approve task plans and deliverables in accordance with Government and corporate approved plans.
• Develop and instill a pro-active, collaborative environment and culture for personnel in order to enhance government operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• 15 Years’ experience in managing large, complex programs. 
• Successful completion of at least four (4) years as Program and Project Manager (Military or Civilian).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with senior leaders.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends.
• Resourceful self-starter with exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience coordinating, executing, assigning, and prioritizing staff and schedules for the execution of simultaneous projects and activities.
• Experience and/or knowledge in weapon systems and/or communications systems and lab and operational testing. 
• Active Top Secret security clearance, ability to get and maintain TS/SCI.

Desired Skills and Qualifications: 

• Master's Degree or PhD 

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.