Director of Technology Transitions & Marketing

Job Description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. is an aggressive, small, leading edge Research & Development company with a wide spectrum of technologies in commercial and military applications. We have expertise in high-power electro-magnetic radiation, magnetic and electric field detection, acoustic sensing, directed energy diagnostics and alternative energy technologies.

Responsibilities

Establish and update strategic vision for the company (including 5 year plan)
Establish and update tactical directions for the company’s initiatives (including inputs to annual plan)
Direct company’s principal marketing resources (marketing budget & Washington DC office)
Counsel and mentor the leaders of ~12 independent Venture teams, especially as relates market insight, program direction & marketing tactics
Market Research
Recommend, attract & negotiate the investment into and launch of spinoffs of SARA initiatives
Recommend and direct the licensing of SARA technologies

Qualifications

Good communication skills (oral & written)
Ability and willingness to make cold calls to potential customers
Demonstrated ability to secure business following such calls
Demonstrated ability to evaluate market potential
Demonstrated ability to identify profitable high-technology products while the products are in early stage of initial development
Demonstrated ability to write a business plan
Demonstrated ability to propose & win development and demonstration contracts
Demonstrated ability to schedule & budget monetary & human resources
Degree(s) in engineering or science plus some years of experience in these fields plus 10 years experience in business development
Experience within research & development or start-up companies a plus
Experience with DoD-related programs a plus
Experience negotiating standard business agreements (for example non-disclosure, teaming, joint-venture, licensing)
Willingness to travel
Demonstrated ability to both direct technical staff and effectively communicate with customers

About SARA, Inc.

SARA is dedicated to research and development of military and commercial systems. We operate in small teams and provide opportunities for independent research in new fields and technology. SARA is an EEOC/Title VII/ADA compliant employer, with medical and dental benefits, tuition support, flexible work hours, employee project bonus and stock ownership. Salaries at SARA are competitive with industry, and are commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the individual. SARA is located in the Los Angeles/Orange County area of Southern California. Positions are also available in Albuquerque, NM and Colorado Springs, CO.

Contacting Human Resources

Interested individuals should email resumes to SARA. Click Here to email SARA.

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SARA, Inc.
6300 Gateway Drive
Cypress, CA 90630

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