Program Manager III, Program Management Excellence (PMX)

Job Summary

The Program Manager, Program Management Excellence (PMX), reports to the Director, Program Start Up Excellence. This role supports the mission of the PMX by providing hands-on project support services during the bid and proposal and planning phases to Project/Program Managers across the organization.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Guiding teams through the proposal process for program start-up excellence.
• Implementing EVMS through consistent EVM processes and providing enterprise-level training.
• Conducting Risk Identification workshops and supporting Risk Management process implementation.
• Supporting Program Managers with understanding financial data, including project budgets, risks, and resource allocation.
• Auditing projects to ensure compliance with documented management plans and company standards.
• Aiding in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.
• Identifying and documenting best practices with opportunities for improvement in Elbit America's program management processes.
• Sharing lessons learned and best practices across programs, building relationships with stakeholders, and brokering relationships at all levels.
• Ensuring the implementation of workable, practical, and sustainable best practices and processes that enhance productivity.
• Providing coaching to Elbit America Program Managers.
• Collaborating with internal Elbit America organizations to identify common solutions.
• Executing approved plans.

Education, Experience & License Or Certification

• Master - Preferred
• Bachelor - Required
• High School - Required
• Preferred Degree Field: Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent Technical degree
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Leverage Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt Functional (Using Skill Set)
• Experience: 10+ years in Program Management, 8+ years in Industry

Skills And Abilities

• Experience managing programs over various phases of the product life cycle (pursuit through support and closure).
• Experience working in manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, etc.
• Understanding of industry trends and competitors' strategies, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Strong experience in the applicable technical area or product line.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Ability to create and maintain constructive customer relationships.
• Working knowledge of the defense acquisition process and DFARS.
• Knowledge of industry standard tools and ability to hold others accountable for Earned Value Management, Program Planning, Risk Management, Requirements Management.
• Strong experience in financial data analysis, including P&L statements, ROI analysis, and cash flow.
• High degree of business acumen.
• Exposure and working knowledge in Integrated Logistics Support.
• Experience in negotiation, collaborative problem solving, conflict management, meeting facilitation, and applying tact and diplomacy.
• Understanding of program documentation, requirements, expectations, and deliverables.
• Ability to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing.
• Ability to influence without authority.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid vacation & PTO.
• Paid parental leave.
• Grossly generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary benefits available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.