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Civil Clothing Inc. is seeking a Product Development Coordinator to support the end-to-end development of Darc Sport collections, partnering with our Torrance-based team to ensure product moves efficiently from concept through production. In this role, you’ll help bring designs to life by coordinating sample development, maintaining accurate product documentation, tracking WIP and samples, and supporting cross-functional teams throughout the development cycle.

You’ll work closely with Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, Planning, and factory partners to keep projects organized, information accurate, and timelines on track. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and collaborative, with a strong attention to detail and a service-oriented mindset. A foundational understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and the product development process will help you succeed as you support the team in delivering well executed product to market.

This role plays an important part in ensuring our collections move smoothly through the development process. At Civil, we value accountability, precision, and strong follow-through. Your work will help keep product development organized, timelines on track, and cross-functional teams aligned, supporting the successful delivery of product from concept through production while maintaining the quality and brand standards Civil is known for.

What You’ll Do

Product Development Coordination

• Support the end-to-end product development process by coordinating samples, materials, and documentation across multiple collections and seasonal drops.
• Track incoming samples including protos, fit samples, and development materials, ensuring they are labeled, organized, and accurately logged.
• Assist with sourcing and organizing development materials such as fabrics, lab dips, strike-offs, and trims.
• Maintain accurate tech packs and update documentation as changes occur throughout the development cycle.

Sample Tracking & Documentation

• Maintain weekly WIP reports and development trackers to ensure accurate visibility for cross-functional teams.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets, line lists, and development reports to support product tracking and planning.
• Submit clear and organized comments to vendors following sample reviews and fittings.

Vendor & Factory Communication

• Communicate daily with overseas vendors and sourcing partners regarding development progress, sample status, delivery timelines, and cost considerations.
• Ensure vendor communication is clear, timely, and accurately reflects design, development, and production updates.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Design, Technical Design, Production, Planning, and Sales teams to support smooth product development and alignment across departments.
• Assist in coordinating sample submissions and approvals with internal teams, buyers, and sales partners when needed.
• Support the Production and Planning teams in tracking timelines and helping expedite urgent development needs.

Operational Excellence

• Help maintain development calendars and track progress against key milestones to support on-time delivery.
• Provide general administrative support to the Product Development team, helping maintain organized records and development materials.
• Proactively follow up on outstanding tasks, samples, and vendor updates to keep projects moving forward.
• Identify potential delays or gaps in information early and escalate appropriately to protect timelines.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and follow-through across all tracking, communication, and documentation.
• Operate with accountability and a solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Culture & Team Contribution

• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.
• Build positive working relationships across departments and with external vendors to support smooth execution.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a sense of urgency in completing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Take pride in accuracy, organization, and supporting the broader team’s success through consistent follow through.

What You Bring

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of apparel development, garment construction, and product development processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for tracking, documentation, and communication
• Familiarity with PLM systems or tech pack tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for reviewing design and development materials is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy across documentation, sample tracking, and development updates.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work efficiently and stay organized in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills when working with internal teams and vendor partners.
• Strong follow-through and proactive communication to keep development timelines on track.
• Collaborative, positive team player who works well across departments.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and approaches challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Product Development, Fashion Design, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered
• 1–3 years of experience in apparel product development, merchandising, or a related role; internship experience encouraged.
• Basic understanding of garment construction, product development workflows, and sample stages.
• Experience supporting products from concept through development and production is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for reviewing technical drawings and construction details.
• Experience in streetwear, action sports, or apparel environments is a plus.

Physical & Mental Demands

• This role is primarily office-based with regular use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and move throughout office, showroom, or production environments as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move materials or product weighing up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in varied environments, including exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, and occasional outdoor elements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and shifting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to maintain focus, sound judgment, and professional communication while navigating time-sensitive issues.
• This role may require flexibility in work hours during peak production periods.

Travel Requirements

• Valid CA Driver’s License

Why You’ll Love Working at Civil

At Civil Clothing we foster a collaborative, fast-moving environment where ownership is valued, ideas are welcomed, and execution matters. You’ll work alongside passionate, experienced teams who care deeply about craftsmanship, accountability, and bringing product to market the right way.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, your decisions directly influence our product quality, timelines, and growth. If you thrive in a hands-on, solutions-driven environment and want your work to be seen, felt, and worn, you’ll feel right at home here.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: $55K – $70K annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee merchandise discounts
• Opportunity to grow with a respected and evolving apparel brand

Equal Opportunity Employer

Civil Clothing Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Product Development Manager | DKNY Sportswear

G-III Apparel Group

Department: DKNY Sportswear

Reports To: VP of Fabric

Location (On-Site – 5 Days per Week): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

Position Objective:

The Product Development Manager role serves as a link between Design, Production, External Vendors/Mill and Sales/Merchandising. Each season, it is the Product Development Manager’s role to ensure sample yardage development is in line with our cost targets, timeline and brand material needs. Ideal candidate should have a strong sense of apparel construction, material sourcing and cost and clear understanding of development to production calendars. Must have great organizational skills and attention to detail. The Product Development Manager executes and communicates to suppliers/vendors our fabrication needs against the design color palette. Ownership of the fabric sample yardage request, material data sheet management, and communication of our company policies related to fabric.

Responsibilities:

• Manage fabric sample yardage WIP reports daily and keep relevant teams informed of any changes.
• Execute, update and manage the communication of all new fabric and color mini batch inquiries and distribute seasonal color palette.
• Follow through communication with supplier/vendors and overseas office on materials adopted for development (such as sample yardage guidelines, fabric detail sheets, traceability and pattern copyrights).
• Work with design to populate seasonal fabric cards for design boards.
• Distribute confirmed seasonal color palettes internally, overseas office and external supply chains.
• Review all sample yardage cuttings received against color standards. Request lab-dips on any colors not executed correctly on initial sample yardage.
• Work with VP of Fabric to ensure design team has proper fabrics for the season.
• Review all invoices related to sample yardage development at the end of each season.
• PD organization: This includes but is not limited to maintaining sample yardage seasonal binders and boards, tracking and logging in sample yardage references and managing incoming/outgoing color palette distribution.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in apparel product development
• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of garment construction required
• Strong skill set in Excel required; experience with PLM preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong sense of teamwork and ability to multitask
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee discounts across G-III brands
• Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization
• A collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brands

Pay Range

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, enabling us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands—including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion—our success is driven by our entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry relationships.

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Converse, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville, and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan brands.

Fort Worth, TX | Full-Time | In-Office

Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 annually, depending on experience

Benefits include: Paid Time Off and Company Holidays, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance 

Founded in 2012, Lila & Hayes is a Fort Worth–based lifestyle apparel brand known for timeless design, exceptional quality, and thoughtfully crafted collections. The brand serves customers across direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels and continues to expand its national presence through a disciplined approach to product development, production, and long-term growth.

Our team is highly collaborative and hands-on, with leadership closely involved in the product process from concept through launch.

Lila & Hayes is seeking an Apparel Product Development & Design Coordinator to help drive the development and production of our collections from concept through launch.

This role works closely with company leadership to bring product concepts to life while managing development timelines, coordinating factory communication, and supporting the execution of production. The position requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring product is delivered on time and aligned with approved specifications.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in product development, enjoys working closely with product, and is eager to take ownership within a fast-moving and growing brand environment.

• Manage and track development timelines across multiple product initiatives
• Coordinate the sampling process from prototype through final approval
• Coordinate fit sessions, documenting revisions and communicating updates to factory partners
• Maintain accurate product documentation including specifications, development notes, and approvals
• Track costing updates and monitor margin considerations throughout development

• Work closely with leadership to help bring product concepts to life
• Contribute ideas around fabrics, trims, styling details, and product refinements
• Assist in reviewing samples and identifying opportunities to improve product quality, fit, and construction
• Support preparation for product reviews, sample organization, and development presentations

• Support day-to-day factory communication and production coordination
• Monitor production timelines and proactively flag potential delays or issues
• Ensure bulk production aligns with approved samples and quality standards
• Coordinate shipment timing and production documentation as needed

• Partner with warehouse, marketing, and wholesale teams to support product launch readiness
• Provide clear product documentation and specifications prior to warehouse intake
• Communicate development updates and production timelines across internal teams

• Maintain organized and accessible development documentation and sample tracking
• Ensure product revisions and approvals are clearly documented
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and reduce production errors
• Review production documentation prior to payment approvals when applicable

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, Apparel Production or a related field
• 2+ Years experience in apparel product development, design support, or production coordination
• Familiarity with factory communication and development timelines
• Strong understanding of garment construction and apparel development processes
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter who can take initiative while collaborating closely with leadership

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

True Religion is an urban casual lifestyle brand focused on high-quality denim, activewear, accessories, and more—for men, women, and kids. Founded in 2002, we shook up the Los Angeles denim scene by re-engineering the classic five-pocket jean with our signature Super T Stitch and iconic horseshoe detailing—now synonymous with bold, unapologetic style and the True Religion legacy. Driven by a relentless commitment to craftsmanship, we design with one goal in mind: to stand out from the crowd. We don’t just create denim—we give it attitude, authenticity, and individuality.

THE PURPOSE:

The Product Development Manager, Denim is responsible for leading the development and production strategy for our denim categories while managing key relationships with finished product suppliers and agents. This role ensures product is delivered at the highest quality, on time, and at target cost while aligning with True Religion’s sourcing strategy and brand standards. The Product Development Manager, Denim partners cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Materials, and R&D to drive product execution, improve margins, and deliver on seasonal business objectives. This role also leads and develops a team focused on operational excellence, product quality, and speed to market.

THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):

• Drive the product development and production process from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with the product pipeline calendar and key milestones.
• Partner cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Materials, and R&D to ensure product meets aesthetic, quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee external manufacturing partners to maintain quality standards, cost targets, and on-time delivery.
• Monitor purchase orders, production timelines, and development milestones to proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact delivery or margin.
• Develop and manage time and action calendars to ensure adherence to development and production timelines.
• Maintain key reporting, including IMU tracking, style adoption, fabric projections, and fabric liability reporting.
• Partner with Merchandising to support reorder opportunities and manage delivery flow adjustments as needed.
• Communicate production updates, risks, and changes to cross-functional partners to ensure alignment across the business.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve operational processes, speed to market, and product execution.
• Lead and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.

YOU ARE:

A strategic and detail-oriented product development leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong knowledge of apparel production and sourcing and understand how to balance cost, quality, and delivery timelines. You are a proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and drives solutions while maintaining strong vendor and cross-functional relationships. Organized, analytical, and adaptable, you communicate effectively across teams and lead with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of experience in apparel production, sourcing, or product development roles with increasing responsibility
• Strong knowledge of apparel manufacturing, fabric and garment construction, and production lifecycle timelines
• Experience managing vendor relationships and overseeing production timelines and delivery execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production and operational data
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions across multiple functions
• Strong organizational and project management skills in a deadline-driven environment

ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION:

• Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $120,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
• Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.
• Work Model: This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
• Employment Eligibility: Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.

True Religion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicable law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will make appropriate arrangements.

In connection with your application and candidacy, True Religion may collect personal information such as your name, contact information, education history, and professional or employment background, as permitted by applicable law. Certain additional information (such as identification or payroll-related information) may be collected after an offer of employment is made or as required for onboarding, employment eligibility verification, or benefits administration. For more information about how we collect, use, and protect personal information, please review our Privacy Policy at California residents may review additional disclosures at

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The Product Development Specialist is responsible for researching, developing, and improving food products from concept through commercialization. This role combines culinary innovation, food science knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to create high-quality, market-ready products that meet consumer expectations, regulatory standards, and company objectives. The specialist will work closely with marketing, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams to ensure successful product launches and continuous product improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Innovation

• Develop new food products and reformulate existing products based on market trends, customer feedback, and business goals.
• Conduct bench-top experiments and pilot-scale trials to test formulations, ingredients, and processes.
• Expand current recipes and product lines.
• Translate product concepts into scalable formulas and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate ingredients for functionality, cost, and supply availability.

Testing & Optimization

• Perform sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and product performance analysis.
• Troubleshoot formulation and process issues during product development and scale-up.
• Maintain detailed documentation of formulations, test results, and product specifications.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with marketing teams to align product development with consumer insights and brand strategy.
• Create and develop an innovative team.
• Work with operations and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth product scale-up and production.
• Coordinate with quality assurance to ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure product formulations comply with food safety standards, labeling requirements, and regulatory guidelines (FDA, USDA, etc.).
• Prepare technical documentation including ingredient statements, nutritional data, and product specifications.

Project Management

• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Support product launch activities including production trials, packaging validation, and process optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Nutrition, Culinary Arts or related field.
• Passion for Food!! Curiosity and Creativity required!!

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sensory evaluation and consumer testing.
• Knowledge of nutritional analysis and food labeling regulations.

Key Skills

• Product formulation and experimentation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Project management and organization
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration
• Attention to detail and documentation
• Creativity and innovation in food development

Working Conditions

• Work is typically performed in a laboratory, test kitchen, pilot plant, or production facility.
• May require standing for extended periods and handling food ingredients and equipment.
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities, suppliers, or industry events may be required.

Job Title: Product Owner – Embedded System Development

Location: Portland, OR

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner – Embedded Systems Development to drive product vision, roadmap, and delivery for embedded platforms, including Android, Linux/QNX, and kernel-level infrastructure environments. The role requires close collaboration with automation, infrastructure, and development teams to ensure effective backlog management, strategic alignment, and predictable sprint delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience working with embedded or automotive software development teams, with the ability to translate product requirements into clear features, user stories, and acceptance criteria, while ensuring alignment with program objectives and development timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Product Ownership & Backlog Management

• Own and manage the product backlog for embedded software and automation frameworks.
• Define features and user stories with clear Definition of Done (DoD) and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure traceability by linking features and stories to product and system requirements.
• Prioritize backlog items to align with program goals, engineering capacity, and sprint planning.
• Continuously refine and groom backlog items in collaboration with engineering teams to ensure clarity and feasibility.

Agile Delivery & Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Scrum Masters, Engineering Leads, and development teams to drive predictable, iteration-based delivery.
• Coordinate with Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel, QNX, Linux, and Android environments.
• Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and iteration reviews.
• Ensure alignment between automation, infrastructure, and development teams for effective sprint execution.
• Support automation scrum iterations in coordination with senior automation engineers.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams and product/program stakeholders.
• Communicate priorities, roadmap updates, and sprint outcomes to cross-functional teams.
• Ensure that development activities align with product strategy and program objectives.

Development Process & Technical Collaboration

• Demonstrate strong understanding of software development lifecycle and embedded development processes.
• Collaborate with development and validation teams to drive effective development process management.
• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and clarity of requirements.
• Support continuous improvement in development workflows, testing strategies, and automation initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field.

Experience:

7+ years of experience in product ownership, product management, or technical program roles, preferably within embedded or automotive software development environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded platforms such as Linux, QNX, Android, or RTOS-based systems.
• Experience working in automotive infotainment, embedded automation frameworks, or system infrastructure teams.
• Strong understanding of kernel-level development environments and embedded system architecture.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in global engineering environments.

Sr. Product Development Manager

Position Overview
Our client in the automotive accessories industry is looking for a Senior Product Development Manager. This is a full-time, onsite role. The position begins as soon as early-mid April and is a long-term, permanent hire.

This role is HYBRID, onsite, in Richmond, IL M-Th. WFH Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full front-end product development process from ideation through validation, development, and handoff for commercialization
• Lead concept creation, competitive analysis, and early-stage innovation for key automotive accessory categories (seat covers, steering wheel covers, cushions, floor mats, mobile accessories)
• Develop complete product briefs, determine feasibility, and guide designers through early stages of product creation
• Build and present business cases including pricing, margin targets, positioning, and financial analysis
• Partner with global suppliers and factories to develop prototypes, optimize cost structures, and ensure manufacturability
• Approve prototypes and oversee all aspects of testing, quality, compliance, and packaging
• Ensure projects meet timeline, cost, and quality targets throughout a 4-Stage Gate process (Ideate -- Validate -- Develop -- Commercialize)
• Collaborate closely with marketing on launch tiers and go-to-market strategy (Gold/Silver/etc.)
• Lead portfolio strategy by managing both new product development and existing product improvements
• Identify cost savings, margin enhancements, and line optimization opportunities post-launch
• Provide leadership and potential direction to a small team based in Richmond and Australia (future direct reports)
• Support the organizations shift from an in-store product mindset to a digital-first product strategy
• Report directly to the VP of Product

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop, launch, scale, innovative products. 
• 10+ years in product development, product management, or category management.
• Experience working within a stage gate or NPD product development process.
• Prior leadership experience leading teams.

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

About the Company

At SFI Health, we believe we have the responsibility to bring proven natural health solutions to people’s healthcare needs. We are a global natural health company committed to sourcing and producing natural medicines to the highest standards. Backed by evidence of effectiveness, quality and safety, our products are marketed around the world using our international community of leading life sciences companies and distributor networks. To find out more, please visit the Role

Essential job functions:

Leadership/Team Management

• Working to establish and maintain company goals, budgets, strategies, vision, culture, and direction
• Working with cross functional teams to provide input on sourcing, quality control testing, regulatory and production teams by clearly communicating product capabilities, constraints and design trade offs.
• Providing feedback on new product concepts and feasibility of manufacturing
• Responsible for direct reports training and development
• Coaching product development team to achieve high performance
• Development and maintenance of departmental performance measurements

Product Development and Formulation Management

• Develop formulations for a variety of oral, solid dosage delivery forms (i.e., capsules, tablets, powders)
• Work with Purchasing/supply chain to source raw materials that meet quality and regulatory requirements
• Work with Purchasing and Regulatory to qualify vendors and raw materials
• Perform process improvements and analyze formulas for reformation
• Coordinate and execute bench work, pilot production, and manufacturing scale up
• Create and maintain formulation parameters for qualified raw materials (bulk density, moisture, particle sizes, etc.)
• Provide guidance to development team and project management to achieve launch timelines
• Assist team members in troubleshooting manufacturing issues tied to formulation
• Provide technical assistance towards analytical and microbiological test methods and testing plans

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education:

• Advanced Degree preferred in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering or other related science background

Experience:

• Experience with Quality Management Systems, SAP software, and project management software desired
• 10+ years industry formulation development
• 10+ years managing staff or teams or,
• Combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of solid dose form equipment such as tablet presses, tablet coating encapsulation machines, and granulation processes
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with product/process development, processing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements

Skills & abilities:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Proven leadership and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated ability (and passion) to thrive in an often chaotic and rapidly changing environment.
• Creative problem solving and negating skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex product attributes, limitations and value propositions into clear customer focused explanations.

Technical/Functional Skills

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and communicates clearly in all situations
• Translates organizational goals and objective into actionable plans
• Prioritizes work to meet multiple deliverables and deadlines
• Assesses and drives improvement in employee performance by providing clear, attainable goals, actionable coaching feedback and maintaining clear, detailed, written documentation
• Identifies performance and career development needs in team members and works with the employee to prepare an effective development plan
• Serves as an effective subject matter expert to cross-functional teams
• Thinks strategically to find and implement new and better solutions

Computer skills:

• Microsoft Office suite
• Database management

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position supervises the following positions:

• Document Specialist – PD
• R&D Analyst (2)
• Manager, Product Development

Job Title: R&D Test Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking R&D Test Engineers to support the development and verification of innovative drug delivery and medical device products. The selected candidates will contribute to verification and validation activities, test method development, and product testing to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs to support product development, verification strategies, and root cause investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and testing of innovative drug delivery products.
• Define and execute verification strategies, including development of verification plans, protocols, records, and reports.
• Develop scientifically justified sample size strategies in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Design and execute engineering and verification test procedures.
• Prepare test protocols and documentation, maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, and present results to cross-functional teams.
• Analyze test data and provide technical insights and recommendations.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and implement issue resolutions.
• Define, develop, and validate test methods for product verification.
• Recommend design, process, or project improvements to enhance product performance and development efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures.
• Review and evaluate design changes for technical and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct tests to determine physical and mechanical characteristics of materials for quality control, process control, and product development.
• Perform technical tasks according to quality and functional standards.

Required Qualifications

R&D Test Engineer

• Experience in R&D testing, product development, or verification within engineering environments.
• Strong experience in verification planning, protocol development, and testing execution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead root cause investigations and technical problem-solving.
• Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices preferred).
• Strong technical documentation and cross-functional communication skills.
• experience in engineering testing, product development, or laboratory environments.
• Basic knowledge of engineering test methods and verification processes.
• Ability to perform testing, data analysis, and documentation under supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Tools

Experience with the following tools and technologies is preferred:

Testing & Lab Equipment

• Zwick or Instron testing systems
• Flow measurement equipment
• Viscometers
• Climate chambers
• 3D printing technologies

Engineering & Data Tools

• SolidWorks
• Minitab
• Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN)

Project & Requirements Management

• Microsoft Project
• Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) such as LinkUS
• Requirements and Risk Management tools such as DOORS or Cockpit

Bioworld Merchandising is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Apparel Product Development & Sourcing to lead product development initiatives aligned with business goals and brand priorities. This leader will own the full product lifecycle across apparel and/or accessories, ensuring innovation, quality, speed to market, and cost efficiency. You will manage a team and partner closely with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Production to deliver high‑quality licensed and private label products across global markets.

Essential Duties

• Develop and lead product development strategies aligned with seasonal launches and brand direction.
• Manage the end‑to‑end product lifecycle from concept through production and delivery.
• Own development calendars, key milestones, and on‑time delivery.
• Provide technical expertise across materials, construction, sourcing, and manufacturing.
• Drive innovation in fabrics, materials, and development processes, including sustainability and reduced‑impact materials.
• Partner with global manufacturing teams to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timeline adherence.
• Support style‑level costing and margin targets; collaborate on costing accuracy, capacity planning, and delivery.
• Work cross‑functionally with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Fit to align product strategies, SKU optimization, and margin integrity.
• Ensure consistency across categories while maintaining brand and licensing standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing product development team and foster a collaborative, innovative culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apparel product development experience, ideally including licensed and private label categories.
• Deep understanding of apparel industry standards, textile technology, materials, and product construction.
• Proven leadership experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment managing teams and complex development calendars.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate trends and translate insights into actionable product strategies.
• Experience partnering with global vendors and driving quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across a global matrix organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and product development systems; PLM experience preferred.

Education & Experience Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Merchandising, Textile Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

The Capital and Development Project Coordinator provides support for the Asset Management and Development groups. This role focuses on reporting, planning, documentation, task tracking, and administration. The ideal candidate works independently and collaboratively, interacting with property-level, regional, and corporate leaders across multiple operators. The position requires strong organization, communication, and Excel skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Capital Planning & Reporting (Primary Focus ~70%):

• Maintain shared trackers, files, and document repositories for both the Development and Asset Management teams.
• Coordinate with Asset Management and Development groups to collect required documentation and monthly/quarterly updates.
• Prepare recurring reporting packages for internal Asset Managers, including monthly and quarterly capex activities.
• Ensure timely submission of reporting deliverables, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.
• Document management for capital planning files, approvals, and audit support.
• Maintain databases and files (e.g., development projects, financing deals).
• Assist with preparation for internal and external presentations related to capital planning and asset performance.

Operational Support (~30%):

• Coordinate meetings and calls, including scheduling, agendas, and distribution of materials.
• Track follow up and open items from meetings.
• Maintain electronic and hard copy filing systems for Asset Management.
• Assist Development team as needed with close out items for projects.
• Maintain database for tracking certificates of insurance for development projects.
• Maintain contact sheets and organizational information for operators, asset managers, project teams, and property leadership.
• Support team communications, including large-scale operator correspondence and responses to property inquiries.

Additional Duties:

• Complete miscellaneous requests as needed across the Asset Management and Development departments.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• One to two years of experience in Commercial Real Estate or Property Management-related position.
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) and other Windows applications.
• Experience with Yardi is preferred, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. An assessment will be administered for computer and communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to take initiative and proactively keep projects on schedule.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• A team player with a client service attitude toward immediate team and company members.
• Impeccable follow-up skills and commitment to keeping staff informed of the status of projects and completed tasks.
• The ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, particularly with sensitive non-public information.
• Ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.

The RMR Group offers an extensive total rewards package to ensure that your benefits align with your needs. Employees who work at least 21 hours per week are eligible to participate in The RMR Group's benefits plans, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plans (FSA)
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Matching Gift Program
• Wide Array of Voluntary, Employee-Paid Benefits to choose from including Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection & Pet Insurance

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 per year. RMR considers several components including an individual's skills, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market data.

The RMR Group (Nasdaq: RMR) is a leading U.S. alternative asset management company, unique for its focus on commercial real estate (CRE) and related businesses. RMR's vertical integration is strengthened by nearly 900 real estate professionals in more than 30 offices nationwide who manage approximately $40 billion in assets under management and leverage more than 35 years of institutional experience in buying, selling, financing and operating CRE. RMR benefits from a scalable platform, a deep and experienced management team and a diversity of real estate strategies across its clients. RMR has been recognized by The Boston Globe as a "Top Place to Work", by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an "ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year" and ranked by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) as having one of the highest number of BOMA 360 designated properties in its portfolio. RMR is headquartered in Newton, MA and was founded in 1986.

RMR's mission is to create long term value for our clients by managing their investments and assets "like we own it" - an approach that consistently and repeatedly generates opportunities for all our employees, investors and stakeholders. We are guided by six core values:

• Integrity at Our Core.
• Perform Passionately and Effectively.
• Inspired Thinking.
• Like We Own It.
• Power of We.
• Mutual Respect.

Visit our website to learn more about what makes The RMR Group a rewarding place to build a career.

Follow RMR on LinkedIn and Instagram @thermrgroup.

The RMR Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer, more convenient and fundamentally transformative to the way goods - and eventually people - move around the planet. We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality.

As a Supplier Development Engineer at Reliable Robotics, you'll play a critical role in developing and continuously improving all aspects of our mechanical supplier engineering processes to meet design, regulatory, and business requirements (including safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery). This is a growing team of highly motivated people passionate about delivering quality products and services on time, with unquestionable value. You will be responsible for sourcing, qualifying, and troubleshooting all machining and sheet metal products, conducting design for excellence (DFx) reviews, and developing the processes and infrastructure to help the business scale. The projects you work on will set the foundation for how the business operates for years to come. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a safety-critical environment that takes automated aviation systems from prototype to production in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure they meet or exceed manufacturing, testing, inspection, quality, performance, and reliability requirements

• Develop design for excellence (DFx) processes, and conduct reviews to evaluate designs for cost, producibility, inspectability, consistency, adequacy, accuracy, and conformance to requirements

• Develop supplier qualification processes and conduct regular reviews

• Collaborate with design, quality, and certification teams to embed producibility/manufacturability, compliance, and risk mitigation in all phases of product development (e.g., prototype, R&D, certification, and production)

• Develop quality control plans and inspection infrastructure, including dimensional inspection and functional testing

• Develop and ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, quality management systems, and engineering change orders

• Develop processes to ensure accurate, current, and complete documentation (work instructions, inspections, tests, records, etc.) is utilized and maintained

• Lead root-cause analysis and implement timely corrective actions to maintain schedule, quality, and reliability

Basic Success Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering, or a related field of study

• 5+ years of manufacturing, design, and/or testing experience

• 2+ years of experience with computer-aided design (CAD) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, such as NX and Teamcenter

• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) experience

Preferred Success Criteria

• Experience with CNC machinery (lathe, mill, waterjet, laser cutter, EDM)

• Precision sheet-metal or plastic molding tooling design experience

• Experience with industry or regulatory requirements such as AS9100, CFR 14 CFR 21.137, and/or 14 CFR Part 145

• Research and Development (R&D) or New Product Introduction (NPI) experience

• Previous leadership or management experience

• Prior experience in troubleshooting, repairing, setting up, and operating complex hardware in a safety-critical environment

Our team is passionate about delivering on our commitments, solving hard problems, continuously improving, and helping the business succeed. We are constantly reevaluating our technologies, products, and capabilities. If you are a lifelong learner, you will love this environment. Get in on the ground floor and help us build the company.

This role will be located at our facility in Mountain View, California.

Must be willing to travel 25% of the time.

This position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. An offer of employment will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to perform in compliance with U.S. export control laws.

All applicants are asked to provide documentation that legally establishes status as a U.S. person or non-U.S. person (and nationalities in the case of a non-U.S. person). Where the applicant is not a U.S. person, meaning not a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or not otherwise permitted to access the export-controlled technology without U.S. government authorization, the Company reserves the right not to apply for an export license for such applicants whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code requires authorization and may decline to proceed with the application process and any offer of employment on that basis.

At Reliable Robotics, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, ancestry, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical conditions, national origin, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment and promotion is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to

Compensation Range: $132K - $200K

*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Sr Analyst, Engineering Analyst, or Engineering Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Summary:

The Digital Standards Guide (DSG) team is responsible for the development, maintenance, and evolution of Securian's enterprise design system - delivering reusable, accessible, and brandaligned UI components used across digital experiences. Our work enables consistency, efficiency, and highquality user experiences by partnering closely with UX, design, accessibility, and product teams. We support the full lifecycle of components, from discovery and design through development, testing, accessibility validation, and documentation.

We are seeking a FrontEnd Development Engineer who is passionate about building accessible, scalable, and usercentered interfaces. In this role, you will develop and support DSG components and patterns that empower product teams across the organization. You will work closely with design, accessibility consultants, and product partners to ensure solutions meet brand standards, usability best practices, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Develop, test, review, and maintain frontend components and patterns using HTML, CSS/Sass, JavaScript, and ARIA to meet accessibility standards.

• Build reusable, flexible, and scalable UI components and patterns aligned to DSG guidelines and Securian's brand.

• Support the component lifecycle, including intake, development, QA, accessibility audit, iteration, and release.

• Collaboration & Partnership

• Work closely with UX designers, accessibility specialists, analytics partners, and product teams to build solutions that meet user needs.

• Participate in design reviews, provide engineering perspective, and advise teams adopting DSG components.

• Partner with product teams to identify improvements and ensure successful implementation across applications.

• Documentation & Guidance

• Contribute to technical documentation, usage guidance, best practices, and migration/support materials for developers and designers.

• Assist in maintaining and improving internal DSG resources, including documentation sites and onboarding materials.

• Continuous Improvement

• Stay up to date on modern frontend standards, accessibility guidelines, and design system best practices.

• Identify opportunities to enhance component quality, performance, scalability, and accessibility.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with frontend development using HTML, CSS/Sass, and JavaScript.

• Strong understanding of semantic markup, accessibility fundamentals, and ARIA.

• Experience building reusable, maintainable frontend components or UI patterns.

• Proficiency with version control systems (preferably Git, GitHub).

• Ability to selfmanage workload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills; strong collaboration mindset.

• Creative problemsolver with a resultsoriented approach.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with design systems or component library development.

• Knowledge of WCAG 2.x guidelines and experience writing Level AAcompliant code.

• Experience with modern build tools such as npm,Webpack, Rollup, or Vite.

• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).

• Experience writing automated tests (unit, visual regression, accessibility).

• Experience with CSS preprocessors or frameworks (LESS, Sass).

• Familiarity with Web Components and componentdriven architectures.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

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• Support the setup and launch of the new Process Technologies & Development lab, including workspace organization, equipment installation support, and qualification readiness.
  
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• Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with strong familiarity in equipment operation and laboratory best practices.
  
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Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

The Research Development Manager provides specialized support to faculty for the development of competitive research proposals. This position analyzes funding opportunities, organizes large interdisciplinary proposal teams, manages the proposal development process, and provides strategic guidance and practical assistance for the development of proposal content. The Research Development Manager also prepares teams for sponsor site visits and conducts funding-related programs and workshops.

Job Duty 1 - Identify and analyze funding opportunities that align with the institution's research priorities and strategic goals. Prepare funding opportunity briefs and presentations.

Job Duty 2 - Support faculty in the development of proposal content through development of custom writing templates, substantive editing, and guidance on effective communication including graphics. Arrange reviews of proposals by topical experts.

Job Duty 3 - Organize proposal teams and drive proposal development by creating and managing documents, timelines, and meetings.

Job Duty 4 - Collaborate with various units to obtain necessary resources and information and to coordinate proposal submissions.

Job Duty 5 - Conduct programs and workshops to increase skills and knowledge required for successful proposal development (e.g., funding program overviews, collaboration best practices, grant writing).

Job Duty 6 - Prepare teams for sponsor site visits, including oversight of meeting logistics and preparation and review of presentations.

Job Duty 7 - Analyze feedback from funding agencies along with broader research funding trends to enhance the competitiveness of future submissions and to inform institutional strategic planning and resource allocation.

Job Duty 8 - Build and update office resources to improve the research development service.

Job Duty 9 - Stay current on developments in research funding and grant writing by participating in professional development opportunities and engaging with relevant literature.

Job Duty 10 - Perform other related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Associate degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

Experience Requirements
No prior relevant work experience required.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) or equivalent experience

Experience Requirements

Three to five years of editorial, writing, project management, research, capture management, or grants management experience

This position requires robust writing and review, project management, and consulting skills. Essential skills include:

• Ability to critically review and edit technical documents.
• Ability to organize and manage processes required for the development of large, complex proposals.
• Ability to work effectively with teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and apply judgment, discretion, and initiative in coordinating complex projects.
• Ability to maintain flexibility and prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and foundation requirements for grant proposals.
• Ability to work with a variety of software packages and to learn new software packages
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team environment.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Job Grade: R05

Anticipated salary rate of $52,885.00 to $89,376.00 commensurate with qualifications.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit employment/pre-employment-screening

About Reputation

Reputation, founded in Silicon Valley in 2013, is the industry's sole platform that uses an AI-powered product stack to help companies measure, manage, and scale their real-time reputation performance everywhere, effectively functioning as a business's eyes and ears across all customer feedback channels to uncover predictive insights. This market leadership is reinforced by significant funding from top-tier firms like Bessemer Venture Partner, Kleiner Perkins, and Marlin Equity Partners, driving substantial annual recurring revenue from Global Fortune 1000 companies, major automotive OEMs, healthcare systems, and top property management firms, with trust from over 250 partners including Google and Meta. Recognized recently as America's Greatest Midsized Workplaces by Newsweek which rewards excellence and career development, and attracts player-coaches, team-oriented collaborators, and individuals who value perseverance and hustle.

Your Role at Reputation:

TheManager, Sales Development, role holds an important leadership position at the top of the sales funnel for the entire company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the success of our outbound sales efforts, managing and mentoring a team of SDRs, and collaborating with other departments to achieve company revenue goals. They will set team activity goals, motivate and develop team members, and work closely with the entire sales organization. We're looking for professionals with strong organizational and follow up skills who work well in a team environment. If you are motivated to inspire, coach and develop a team of high performing Sales Development Reps, we want you!

How You'll Shape the Experience:

• Strategy and Process

  • Design effective outbound strategies, including multi-channel approaches (email, phone, LinkedIn, etc.), and optimize these efforts based on performance data.

  • Implement and continuously refine processes, tools, and workflows that increase SDR efficiency and effectiveness.

  • As part of the Sales Development Leadership team; regularly contribute to sales strategy and planning activities. Stay updated on industry trends and provide new ideas and strategies accordingly

• Outreach Management and Pipeline Creation

  • Conduct high level and value added conversations with C level and senior executives in prospect / customer accounts.

  • Develop and implement best practices for prospecting, lead qualification, and follow-up that align with the company's messaging and target Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and Personas.

  • Own, drive, and accurately forecast activity and pipeline creation efforts.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Recruit, train, and develop SDR talent, creating career growth opportunities within the team.

  • Lead, and mentor a high-performing SDR team, fostering a culture of innovation.

  • Set clear performance expectations and goals for individual SDRs and the team as a whole.

  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and implement improvement plans as needed, such as ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with marketing, sales, enablement, operations teams to ensure alignment of growth strategies and initiatives.

  • Partner with the sales team to optimize the lead-to-customer conversion process and develop effective outreach approaches.

  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and business leaders to develop relevant, ongoing content, tools, playbooks, and resources to aid skill development & on-the-job learning applications.

• Performance Monitoring & Data Analytics:

  • Utilize data and analytics to monitor the performance of outreach initiatives, identify trends, and optimize prospecting in real-time.

  • Run regular reports on KPIs, pipeline attainment, and team performance to senior leadership, implement team-wide initiatives to continually innovate and improve performance.

• Technology and Tools Management

  • Drive adoption and optimization of sales engagement tools and CRM systems

  • Ensure data integrity and proper usage of sales technologies

  • Identify and recommend new tools or processes to enhance team productivity

• Additional duties as assigned.

The Skills That Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from 4 year university/college or comparable work experience.

• 4+ years of Sales Development experience with 2+ years of sales development management, or other applicable tech sales leadership experience.

• Top performer in SaaS, enterprise software sales.

• Passionate about coaching and developing people.

• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.

• Sales methodology training.

• Experience working with sales automation tools, e.g. SalesForce, Outreach, LinkedIn SalesNav, 6Sense, Gong, etc. strongly preferred

• Strong ability to learn quickly, represent concepts and summarize complex ideas with a sense of how SDRs think, operate, and absorb training.

• You're driven, no one needs to push you to excel, it's just who you are. You take the lead in getting things done.

Where You'll Connect & Collaborate:

• Your main HQ is our Scottsdale, AZ office, but we know great work can happen anywhere. You'll have the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, joining us in person on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (subject to change) and working from home on Mondays and Fridays.

Our Benefits & Perks

We believe our people deserve to feel supported, valued, and rewarded both in and out of work. That's why we offer a generous and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off:

• Flexible PTO for salary paid employees

• Hourly employees accrue PTO based on tenure & receive 5 sick days annually. Sick days are available day 1. PTO accrues on a per paycheck basis.

• 10 company paid holidays plus 4 "Extended Company Holidays," which are additional paid days off for the company.

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Multiple medical and dental plan options, plus 100% company paid vision coverage

• 401k available through Fidelity

• Paid Parental Leave for all eligible employees as of day 1 of employment

• Employer paid short and long term disability and life insurance

• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to a wide variety of perks and wellbeing apps:

- PerkSpot: Employee discount program

- Wellhub (Gym Pass): Access to virtual wellbeing apps, coaching, and gym memberships

- Carrot Fertility: Support for fertility, family planning, maternity, parenting, and hormonal health

- Omada: Virtual prevention and physical therapy program

- Ladder: Supplemental life insurance

- SoFi: Financial wellbeing platform with 1:1 advice

- Fetch: Pet insurance discount program

- Spring Health for Guardian: Virtual mental health support

- XP Health for Guardian: Virtual eyewear platform

- : Mortgage services discount program

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn more about how we handle the personal data of applicants, visit ourCandidate Privacy Notice.

Applicants only - No 3rd party agency candidates.

Open date: April 23, 2025

Most recent review date: Thursday, Nov 20, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Blum Center for Developing Economies at the University of California, Berkeley is generating an applicant pool of qualified instructors and invites applications to teach courses in the area of Development Engineering. In addition to core DevEng classes (DevEng 200, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206), new classes may be planned based upon student interest and candidate expertise. Candidates under consideration will be contacted by the Blum Center. The previous pool will close April 9, 2025. Those interested in remaining in the pool must reapply.

Founded in 2006, The Blum Center for Developing Economies at UC Berkeley brings together academics, partner organizations, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to solve the world's most pressing development challenges. Operating on the notion that a world-class public research university must be a force for tackling society's most persistent challenges, the Blum Center inspires and facilitates interdisciplinary research and problem-solving; teaches students to think critically and optimistically about issues of poverty and development; equips the next generation of social entrepreneurs with the skills needed to design, deploy, and scale world- changing innovations; and advises and trains groups and organizations on methods for fostering a culture of innovation in their workplaces. To learn more about our center please visit our website.

General Duties: Lecturers are responsible for the course syllabus, curriculum development and delivery, student mentoring, student assessment through relevant projects, problem sets, exams, class attendance and participation, and grades. Project-based courses will require working with potential sponsors.

The Blum Center welcomes candidates whose professional and teaching experiences align with our mission to help individuals and communities increase access to resources through economic development and technology innovation.

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Program: academics/development-engineering/

Labor Contract:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree is required at time of application.

Required by the start of the appointment, applicants must hold either a master's degree or higher, or equivalent international degree, or at least 5 years of industry or nonprofit organization experience.

Ph.D. or equivalent international degree or graduate professional degree is preferred in a discipline associated with development engineering (e.g ., development technologies, development economics and business models, impact analysis, design for development, city planning, political economy). Teaching experience in two or more of the topic areas listed below is preferred. Also desirable are a strong track record in developing and implementing new and innovative methods of delivering education and hands-on learning, project-based learning, and experience working with students from a range of disciplines. Leadership experience in professional practice is preferred. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.A.

Topic areas include, but are not limited to:

* Critical theories in global development, engineering, and design

* Human-centered design

* Design for base of the pyramid

* Poverty studies

* Community-based teaching, research, project-implementation

* Innovation studies / theory of change

* Sustainable development

* Social and environmental justice

* Engineering ethics

* Social entrepreneurship

* Innovation in humanitarian and disaster response

* Climate action

* Digital transformation of development

* AI for social impact

* Health technologies for low-resource settings

* Sustainability

* Software for Sustainable Design

* Multidisciplinary project-based courses that engage students in experiential learning to help to solve real-world problems (e.g. STEM Solutions for Social Impact; Hacking for Local; Design, Evaluate and Scale Development Technologies; Mission Driven Start-Ups)

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

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• Statement of Teaching - Please describe your prior teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and future instructional interests. You may include specific examples of how you have supported - or plan to support - student success through curriculum design, classroom environment, and teaching methods.

  
  

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Gilbane is seeking a Business Development (BD) Professional II that is responsible for leading the business development lifecycle to drive profitable, sustainable growth across multiple market sectors by identifying, positioning, and capturing new clients and opportunities aligned with the goals and objectives of the Business Unit (BU).

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane's core value of Caring and \"People First\" workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You're a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You're someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.

Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

• Consistently delivers and books an annual average of $2-3M in total anticipated profit (as aligned with profit plans) with a focus on building high quality backlog
• Develops and executes a Business Development (BD) plan/pipeline with consultation and guidance from the Director/Senior Director of Business Development, including: Individual BD Roadmap, Market Sector Analysis, Focus/Must Win/Strategic/Strategic Few, and Expected Hit Ratio aligned with BL market mix and gross profit targets
• Contributes to the BU business plan and goals
• Maintains benchmark target of 8-10 focus prospects in CRM at all times, reflecting a mix of clients aligned with BU goals
• Demonstrates a mix of new and residual sales
• Creates and articulates capture and differentiation strategy for each focus pursuit
• Develops champions on pursuits and regularly completes majority of pre-sell steps
• Develops understanding of market conditions
• Knows regular and occasional competitors national and regional that Gilbane encounters in the market, as well as basic competitive profile
• Demonstrates the ability to articulate the principal Gilbane differentiators versus most regular competitors
• Demonstrates an understanding of project delivery options and can articulate benefits to clients
• Develops acumen in legal and risk review
• Manages L1/L2 and supports L3/ERR process and documentation for pursuits
• Supports commercial strategy for pursuits including fee, general conditions, profit levers and enhancements that are commercially competitive
• Manages and directs sales deliverables to support pursuits including planning and communications with operations and sales and marketing support
• Creates suitable technical content and manages operations partners effectively in developing project-specific operations input to proposals/ presentations
• Obtains debriefs on all wins and losses, and posts information to the competitive intelligence database
• Maintains ongoing client relationships after project start-up
• Participates with PIC/PX in client satisfaction process
• Actively participates and engages in leadership roles in suitable professional political, community organizations, with an increasing focus on client/market organizations
• Develops a strong network within the local Architect, Engineer, Construction (A/E/C) community
• Engages operations personnel and subject matter experts throughout the sales process
• Develops the ability to coach, mentor, and train Operations partners on matters related to business development
• Maintains CRM and personal roadmap regularly and accurately
• Reports forecast and current activity
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Marketing, or related industry experience
• 3-8 years of business development experience within the A/E/C industry
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and document strategy
• Ability to shape impactful client-facing deliverables
• Demonstrates competitive instinct and behavior while producing a consistently high effort and a focus that intensifies with project pursuits and produces a rapid mastery of the role

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Arlington, VA this ranges from $130,600.00 - $179,500.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Healthcare Development, with a dotted line reporting to the Chief Hospital Executive (CHE), the Executive Director, Development, Riverview Medical Center functions as the lead development officer for the general and active management of the affairs of the hospital foundation. Responsibilities include working collaboratively with the CHE to ensure the development and execution of approved fundraising plans and a comprehensive, integrated fundraising program, as well as monitoring of financial assets and fund allocation, in consultation with the hospital foundation Board and HMH Foundation Operations. The Executive Director provides leadership to the board to motivate and execute a comprehensive, compelling and successful fundraising plan.

A day in the life of a Executive Director, Development, Riverview Medical Center at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• In collaboration with the CHE and Senior Vice President of Healthcare Development, manage the affairs of the hospital foundation, including but not limited to: Developing, executing and monitoring a comprehensive development program; setting and achieving goals; legal, financial and general management; Board management and trustee recruitment.
• Responsible for setting realistic, challenging goals and directing major gift activity aimed at meeting those goals within budget.
• Develop and maintain senior level communication with CHE, Board of Trustees and Senior Vice President of Healthcare Development to align priorities, goals and strategies in the creation and implementation of a comprehensive development program for the hospital. Maintain high visibility with and participate in management groups and maintain a regular physical presence at the medical center. Ensure that fund raising strategies are consistent with hospital and network goals and work closely with leaders on collaborative projects.
• Manage a portfolio of principal and major gift donors and prospects. Create and execute cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for donors and prospects. Work closely with affiliated foundations to ensure appropriate solicitation and minimal duplication in crossover catchment areas.
• Provide leadership and support to the hospital foundation Board of Trustees. Recruit and orient new trustees, prepare annual budgets and plans, report regularly to board on progress against goals, motivate Board effectiveness and ensure the effective involvement of trustees with all hospital foundation activities. Effectively articulate strategy to the board, motivate trustees and direct board activities necessary to achieve results.
• Supervise and direct the activities of the hospital foundation staff, helping to set and monitor goals, manage prospects and close gifts.
• Oversee the coordination of activities with planned giving, annual fund, grants and strategic events departments for the successful implementation of related programs and achievement of goals in these areas.
• Engage board members and friends to host awareness building and networking forums. Recruit hosts for and coordinate appropriate cultivation gatherings of prospects at various educational, social and hospitality events. Manage cultivation events and internal constituency giving subcommittees and oversee management.
• Collaborate effectively as part of the hospital's leadership team to ensure that the hospital's philanthropy objectives are met through developing important relationships with physicians, nurses and staff to promote a culture of philanthropy and grateful patient prospect pipeline.
• Work collaboratively with physicians and helps to engage grateful patients in fundraising for the hospital. Must maintain patient confidentiality.
• Serve as needed on an on-call basis (including nights and weekends) for the Friends of the Foundation (FOF) program. Act as a liaison between program members, the Foundation, and clinicians and administrators, navigating the health care system on behalf of FOF program members, nurturing donor relationships, and providing continuity of a consistently high level of service. Express genuine compassion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• If applicable, participate in auxiliary meetings and events to help achieve compliance and to provide funding information, as well as secure auxiliary funding.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ten or more years of professional experience in the development field.
• Demonstrated success with major gifts and capital campaigns.
• Established track record closing six- and seven-figure gifts independently.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Highly functional with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly articulate and professional with strong oral and written communication skills.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Experience managing legal, financial, and general management responsibilities for a not-for-profit organization.
• Masters degree or specialized certification.
• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
• Experience in a healthcare environment, preferably a hospital system.
• Experience working with Raiser's Edge and/or other fundraising/CRM management software.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Organization: YBI

Location: Youngstown, Ohio 

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Chief Manufacturing Officer

Position Overview

YBI is seeking a highly motivated Technical Fellow of Research and Business Development to support YBI’s advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing initiatives, with a primary focus on supporting the activities of the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Defense and Aerospace.

This position will report directly to YBI while playing a key role in advancing the Innovation Hub’s mission to accelerate additive and advanced manufacturing technologies for defense, aerospace, and industrial applications. The role bridges applied research, federal program development, regional supply-chain engagement, and the development of shared-use, fee-for-service technical services that support manufacturers across Northeast Ohio and the broader Midwest.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development, Commercialization & Innovation Hub Support

• Identify, pursue, and develop business development opportunities aligned with YBI’s advanced manufacturing strategy and the Youngstown Innovation Hub’s defense and aerospace focus.

• Support commercialization and technology transition efforts that move innovations from TRL/MRL development into pilot and production environments.

• Engage OEMs, tier suppliers, foundries, tooling and mold shops, and additive manufacturing service providers throughout Northeast Ohio and the Midwest.

• Represent YBI in engagements with industry partners, government agencies, academic institutions, and regional economic development organizations.

Shared-Use & Fee-for-Service Program Development

• Lead the design, launch, and expansion of YBI’s internal fee-for-service and shared-use technical services, in coordination with Innovation Hub activities.

• Develop service offerings, engagement models, and pricing strategies for reverse engineering, 3D scanning and metrology, rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, and mold/tooling design.

• Align service capabilities with regional manufacturing needs, workforce development priorities, and defense supply-chain requirements.

• Support utilization of YBI and Innovation Hub equipment and facilities by industry partners, small businesses, and startups.

Grant Writing & Federal Program Development

• Lead and support competitive proposals for SBIR/STTR, Department of Defense, and manufacturing-focused federal funding programs.

• Integrate YBI capabilities, Innovation Hub assets, and sustainable revenue models into grant proposals and long-term program strategies.

• Coordinate proposal development across YBI staff, technical teams, academic partners, and administrative stakeholders.

Research, Technical & Market Analysis

• Conduct applied research and market analysis related to additive manufacturing, advanced materials, and hybrid manufacturing processes.

• Support applied R&D, demonstration projects, and pilot programs in metal and ceramic additive manufacturing.

• Evaluate manufacturability, scalability, cost, and quality considerations for transitioning technologies into production.

• Prepare technical reports, white papers, and sponsor-facing deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• PhD preferred (Master’s degree with significant relevant experience will be considered).

• Demonstrated experience in federal grant writing, particularly SBIR/STTR programs.

• Strong applied research and technical analysis capabilities.

• Working knowledge of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications

• Experience working with or supporting programs for the U.S. Department of War

• Experience building or managing shared-use, fee-for-service, or applied research service models.

• Familiarity with Northeast Ohio and Midwest manufacturing supply chains, including metal additive manufacturing, 3D-printed ceramics, castings, foundry operations, mold design, tooling, and hybrid manufacturing.

• Experience supporting technology transition, scale-up, or manufacturing readiness initiatives.

Why Join YBI

• Opportunity to work directly for YBI, a national leader in advanced manufacturing innovation.

• Direct role in supporting the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Defense and Aerospace.

• Access to state-of-the-art additive manufacturing, scanning, and prototyping capabilities.

• Collaborative environment connecting startups, manufacturers, academia, government, and workforce partners.

• Meaningful impact on defense, aerospace, and industrial supply chains in Northeast Ohio and the Midwest.