Program Manager

MERC is currently recruiting for a Program Manager. The Program Manager is responsible for the overall execution of assigned externally funded programs, which are typically funded at a level less than five million dollars. This position reports to the assigned Technical Director. Responsibilities:Work with the Sr. Director of Engineering and Programs, Technical Directors, Chief Engineers, and Technical Leads to plan, staff, and manage assigned contracts according to and in compliance with MERC Standard Processes, to include maintaining an up-to-date detailed programmatic/technical schedule for an assigned program throughout the life of the contract.Work with the Chief Engineer and Technical Lead to ensure the successful execution of assigned contracts within budget and scope, and in accordance with program schedule and budget.In concert with the Chief Engineer and Technical Lead, provide programmatic and technical reviews of assigned contracts to all management stakeholders.Assist responsible capture manager with development of new business proposal response, as needed.Encourage assigned contract personnel to recommend potential follow-on and/or tangential future business opportunities and provide those recommendations to the Technical Director and the Director of Acquisition Strategy. Required Qualifications:US Citizenship.Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.An undergraduate degree in a business-related field and 6 years of directly related experience or an engineering degree from an ABET accredited college or university and 4 years of directly related experience.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.