Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Program Manager (PM) oversees the execution of complex programs or multiple related programs, including cost, schedule, and scope/technical performance. The PM manages the program life cycle, all activities necessary to meet program development requirements and business objectives, and acts as mentor to other Program Managers. Acting as the central focal point and authority for their program execution, the Senior PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.
Position Responsibilities
Working with Product Line Managers (PLMs), provide PM leadership in the development of program planning, top-down requirements definition, and cost/schedule/scope estimating for complex programs
Working with Functional Leads, provide PM leadership for bottom-up cost/schedule/scope estimation, resource planning and IMS development for complex programs
Ensure customer alignment and manage internal and external overall customer satisfaction
Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria
Identify, analyze, and manage all program-level risk
Monitors data across multiple programs establishing correlation. Publishes data to support improvements in product development and customer relations
Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities
Manages Programs using integrated, resource-loaded master schedule. Managers resources and priorities based on risk and program critical path
Lead program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
Develop and maintain program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
Leads and supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements
Manage potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
Actively support the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
Oversee the preparation of cost and technical proposals
Ensure program execution adheres to Company policies and processes
Leads Project Manager to produce relevant Program reports
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 12 - 15 years of experience in Program Management
Experience leading teams on advanced technical development programs and/or technical systems-of-systems development programs
Proven track record of leading multiple, concurrent programs
Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
Strong knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
Knowledge of use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
A strong communicator able to articulate vision/mission to team
Other competencies: Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
Some travel required (up to 20%)
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Technical Masters degree preferred
PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
Active Secret or Top-Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
Experience managing to Earned Value strongly desired.
Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results
Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel
Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
Able to excel in a…