Director of Product Development: Materials & Manufacturing

Director of Product Development : Materials & Manufacturing

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Director of Product Development : Materials & Manufacturing

Washington, D.C.

Are you an innovative leader with a passion for research and development, breakthrough technologies, and strategic collaboration? This is your opportunity to join a mission-focused organization as the Director of Product Design and Development , where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of product design and security.

The Role : As a key member of the Senior Executive Team (SET), you will lead the transformation of currency through cutting-edge research, design, and development. Your mission will include overseeing product redesign, managing the integration of advanced security features, and ensuring the highest standards of functionality and product usability.

Key Responsibilities :

• Visionary Leadership : Drive the long-term strategy for currency design, balancing innovation with operational feasibility.
• Research & Development : Transition groundbreaking technologies from lab environments to large-scale production.
• Collaboration : Partner with powerful stakeholders such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Secret Service to align design with strategic goals.
• Team Building : Lead a multidisciplinary team of experts, including designers, material scientists, and technologists, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Process Innovation : Oversee the lifecycle of design processes, from initial research through testing, qualification, and integration of security features.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Navigate complex interagency relationships and manage vendor partnerships to deliver impactful results.

What You Bring :

Why Join Us?

Key Requirements :

This is more than a role; it’s a chance to lead transformational change in a dynamic and evolving environment. We encourage you to apply if you’re ready to make an impact and bring your visionary leadership to a high-performing team.

Blackmere is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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