Program Manager

About the Role

The Program Manager will be responsible for all aspects of program execution as dictated by the assigned contract terms and program scope. This role involves close collaboration with technical, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and logistics staff to execute all assigned tasks. Occasionally, the Program Manager may share other operations tasks such as proposal preparation, policy/procedure documentation, and more.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and Work Breakdown Elements (deliverables) that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Generate and evaluate Statements of Work.
• Direct and manage end-to-end program development and execution.
• Effectively communicate project/program expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company when required.
• Assess the need for additional staff and make appropriate changes if necessary during the project cycle.
• Evaluate and select vendors and subcontractors for effective utilization as needed.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel in concert with management.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations (e.g., CDR, PDR, TIM).
• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Supervise project team members and suppliers and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
• Travel as required to customer/vendor sites for various meetings and to support installations.
• Build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to the success of the program/project.
• Conduct post-project reviews and create a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.

Requirements

• BS Degree in any relevant technical or management field. Advanced degree desired. Will consider personnel with substantial relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired; if not certified, must be willing to actively work towards achieving certification within the first year of hire.
• 5+ years of experience in a project-level (program-level desired) management capacity.
• Familiar with the use of Earned Value project management techniques (e.g., served as a CAM).
• Knowledge of and familiarity with commercial and FAR/DFAR contracting regulations; experience with federal ITAR regulations and US State Department licensing is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS 9100 Quality Management processes & procedures.
• Familiar with (experience preferred) Microsoft Project, GANTT, PERT, and CPM charts.
• Experience working both independently and in team-oriented, collaborative environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to advocate effectively with company executives, customers, and partners to get things done.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and facility for learning, understanding, and applying emerging technology.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks, even in high-pressure circumstances and environments.
• Due to federal contracting requirements, must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to qualify for a Secret Security Clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Join us to work on projects that make a difference in the world, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your ideas matter.