About the Role:The Program Manager brings strong initiative and excellent communication skills to drive high-impact aerospace and defense programs. This includes creating and monitoring key performance metrics, building and strengthening customer relationships, and successful project execution against an AOP. The ideal candidate will have a technical background and experience with DOD projects, revenue forecasting, tracking funding and billing, subcontractor management, follow on proposals, meeting coordination (internal and external), and regular up-reporting on program performance.
Job Responsibilities:- Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of Defense programs, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures
- Lead contract negotiations, including changes, change orders, and preparation of proposals/business plans; performance of Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications; and financial terms/conditions
- Manage program/projects to deliver results on-time and on-budget
- Lead and support proposal efforts for continued growth
- Own customer satisfaction by building strong relationships and leading technical discussions
- Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance
- Develop and implement processes and tools for Program Management Excellence
Qualifications:- Minimum 3+ years' experience in Program Management; background in high-tech environemnts is preferred.
- Minimum BS in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related degree
- Knowledge of Government contractual terms and major contract types; CPFF, FFP, T&M
- Knowledge of ITAR, EAR and related U.S. regulations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Must be willing to travel up to 15%
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Starting pay depends on qualifications:
- Program Manager: $90,000 - $120,000
Other Compensation and Benefits - Target Cash Bonus of 5% of earned wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
