Standard Job DescriptionThe selected candidate will be the Deputy Program Manager (DPM) for Special Systems portfolio within the Skunk Works. This position will be hands on in the fast paced world of hypersonics. We are seeking a highly motivated Deputy to work alongside the Program Manager leading low rate initial production (LRIP) and Spiral contracts. The Deputy Program Manager will support and provide program guidance in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and proposal activities. The goal for this role is to provide integration between functions to deliver high performance on all contracts.The DPM will be responsible for managing adherence to the program baseline, resolving programmatic challenges, and supporting future business capture. Specific responsibilities include:
• Program Execution - Manage team towards execution by meeting schedule, cost and technical objectives
• Customer Relationships - Build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with customers; serve as a trusted voice of the customer internally and externally
• Accountability & Metrics - Stand up and manage program rhythm (cadence, metrics, reporting) to drive transparency, accountability, and predictability
• Proposal Support - prepare proposals, work statements, specifications, budgets and financial terms, and develop a comprehensive program plan that meets contractual commitments
• Risk & Opportunity Management - Identify risks early, build mitigation strategies, and drive recovery plans when needed
Must be a US Citizen, maintain Secret security clearance, and obtain SAP clearances. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Ability to travel domestically every quarter.
Basic Qualifications- Cost Account Management, Risk Management, EVMS and/or Schedule Risk Assessment experience
- PM Training
Desired Skills- Ability to manage complex, large-scale projects scheduled with multiple inter-dependencies
- Strong written/verbal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Experience working with suppliers/subcontractors
- Experience developing statements of work and schedule integration
- Excellent relationship building and team leadership skills
- Program leadership experience, leading people, dealing with personnel
- Production Operations experience
- Experience working on hypersonic programs
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
