Director, Program Management

Job Description

The Director, Program Management will oversee the Program/Project Managers responsible for scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of organizational programs. Provide leadership direction with proposal development, contract negotiation and contract compliance. Provide leadership direction on proposal preparation which may include assisting with plans, specifications and financial terms of various government and/or commercial contracts. Assists with business development initiatives. Ensures master plans and schedules are followed, developing solutions to program challenges, and directing others for successful completion of project on time and on budget. Directs people who lead cross-functional program/project teams that are focused on the design and delivery of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

Position Responsibilities

• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the Program Management Office.
• Accountable for departmental objectives and deliverables.
• Typically, will lead a team size of 5 to 8 Program/Project Managers.
• Develops, defines and executes project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables.
• Identifies needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles.
• Makes decisions regarding the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with both internal and external customers and field-based employees on technical matters, as needed.
• Sets priorities and manages multiple projects simultaneously.
• Assigns and monitors work of project/program management staff, providing leadership, mentoring, and technical support and direction.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
• Prepares budgets, bids, or contracts.
• Supports the assessment of project feasibility by analyzing technology, resource needs, or market demand.
• Supports the development and implementation of policies, standards, or procedures for Program Management, engineering and technical work.
• Reviews, recommends, or approves contracts or cost estimates.
• Directs recruitment, placement, and evaluation of engineering project staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Computer Science or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 7 – 10 years of directly related program management experience.
• Minimum of 5 – 7 years' People management of Project and Program Managers.
• Experience leading a major function or product area.
• Controls planning, staffing, budgeting, managing multiple priorities and recommending and implementing change.
• Regular interactions with peers/leaders and managers across functions to identify and resolve issues.
• Leverages talent across the organization and across functions to achieve predictable Program/Project results.
• Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in development of technical plans, schematics, drawings, and models.
• Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Utilizes leadership and negotiation skills to influence outcomes both within and outside of department area.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

Advanced Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Clarifies the functional or product strategy and long-term goals for others; implements strategy with some autonomy.
• Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explores multiple potential paths, and adapts decision-making style based on the situational circumstances.
• Inspires, motivates and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees.
• Manages project outcomes by providing feedback & support in a sensitive and clear manner.
• Bridges the gap between the organization and its stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding of the organization's mission and goals.
• Bridges the gap between the organization and its stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding of the organization's mission and goals.
• Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change and leveraging change management best practices.
• Absorbs and applies new knowledge quickly, demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt to new situations.
• Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity.