MGR PROGRAMS 3 - DDG51 PRE-LAUNCH

Full-time, 1st shift position at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division, the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama.

About the role

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration, and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline plus a minimum of 8 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience.
• Master's degree and 6 years of relevant experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with managing construction projects involving planning, cost control, schedule management, and overall performance.
• Material management and team lead experience.
• Results-oriented with experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong liaison skills.
• Familiarity with shipbuilding production processes and systems.

About the company

HII builds the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, HII is a values and ethics-driven organization that prioritizes safety and well-being.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices.
• On-site health centers and tele-medicine.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings plan options (401K) and financial education and planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.