Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Provide operational management of projects which includes developing schedules and budgets and managing expenditures and project execution
• Serve as primary customer contact
• Identify staffing and other resources required for each project
• Oversee, approve, and assume responsibility for the creation of responses to RFQ's, additional changes in contract/program scope, and/or any and all customer or internal changes that affect program goals/metrics (i.e. cost, gross margin, schedule(s))
• Provide coordination of reviews and requests as well as contract negotiation
• Ensure projects are in compliance with customer and government standards and requirements, as applicable
• Oversee day-to-day activities and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiencies
• Interface directly with all internal department leads, outside suppliers/vendors and especially the customer regarding all facets of program control, management, and reporting
• Generate and provide all required reporting

Professional Requirements

• BS degree in engineering required, MS degree preferred
• The ideal candidate will also have:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management in a hardware delivery environment
• Experience directly dealing with government and aerospace prime customers from a program/project, liaison, engineering, and/or sales perspective
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate an interdisciplinary team to meet challenging technical requirements and to deliver hardware within schedule.
• Program financial understanding, program and scope estimating, cost of goods sold and program/project gross margin experience a plus
• MS Project and/or similar program scheduling/tracking software capability
• Knowledge or experience with U.S. Government contracts and Export Control compliance requirements. Strong knowledge of engineering and production requirements

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective speaking and listening skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Ethical conduct with a high regard for confidential and export control information
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Excel, Project and other Microsoft Office applications
• Organized with attention to detail

Pay

Starting salary at $100,000 and up, based on level of education completed, and years of relevant experience.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Creare offers a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to a substantial annual staff bonus, industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options, and a range of medical plan offerings.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents only.

Company Information

Creative and Innovative Solutions, Inc. (Creare) is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions and services to the aerospace, defense, medical, and government markets. Creare is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.