Program Manager III, Program Management Excellence (PMX)

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.

About the role

The Program Manager, Program Management Excellence (PMX), reporting to the Director, Program Start Up Excellence, will support the mission of the PMX and be responsible for providing hands-on project support services during the bid and proposal and planning phases to Project/Program Managers across the organization. This role provides expertise in tools and processes required to build solid proposals and project execution plans, establish thorough and robust Program Management Plans, Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB), Risk Management plans, and Risk Identification and Mitigation Plans. Additionally, this role provides on-demand training to project teams on various enterprise tools and management processes. The position requires working on multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining flexibility to collaborate with the PMX team and Project/Program Managers.

Responsibilities

• Guide teams through the proposal process for program start-up excellence.
• Implement EVMS through consistent EVM processes and enterprise-level training.
• Conduct Risk Identification workshops and support Risk Management process implementation.
• Support Program Managers with analyzing financial data, including project budgets, risks, and resource allocation.
• Audit projects to ensure execution aligns with documented management plans and company standards; assist in developing and implementing corrective action plans.
• Identify and document best practices and opportunities for improvement in Elbit America’s program management processes.
• Share lessons learned and best practices across programs, building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ensure implementation of workable, practical, and sustainable best practices and processes that enhance productivity.
• Provide coaching to Elbit America Program Managers.
• Collaborate with internal organizations to identify common solutions.
• Execute approved plans.

Requirements

• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree required; High School diploma required.
• Preferred degree field: Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent Technical degree.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt certification.
• 10+ years of functional experience using relevant skill sets.
• 8+ years of Program Management experience.
• 15+ years of industry experience.

Skills

• Demonstrated experience managing programs across various phases of the product life cycle (pursuit through support and closure).
• Capable of managing cross-functional teams (manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience working in these functions or successfully leading a cross-functional team.
• Capable of creating and maintaining constructive customer relationships.
• Understanding of industry trends, customers, and competitors’ strategies, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Strong experience in the applicable technical area or product line.
• Ability to complete programs within scope, on time, within budget, and deliver a quality product with high customer satisfaction.
• Working knowledge of the defense acquisition process and Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
• Ability to manage disciplined internal processes using industry-standard tools and holding others accountable for Earned Value Management, Program Planning, Risk Management, and Requirements Management.
• Working knowledge and understanding of financial data such as P&L statements, ROI analysis, and cash flow.
• High degree of business acumen.
• Strong knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support.
• Exposure and working knowledge in negotiation, collaborative problem solving, conflict management, meeting facilitation, and applying tact and diplomacy.
• Understanding of program documentation, requirements, expectations, and deliverables (e.g., RFP, proposal, contract, SOW, assumptions, constraints, CDRLs).
• 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 available.
• Flexible Vacation & PTO.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.