Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $120,000-$140,000/yr DOE

We currently have an opening for an mid levelPROGRAM MANAGERat our Torrance, California location. In this position you will support matrixed, multidisciplinary teams in the development and production of satellite traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs) for commercial and DoD customers

• Lead sales and program management support for multiple programs and customers
• Manage, own and coordinate with business management and functional management to ensure that workload, staffing plans, work processes, and procedures are aligned
• Lead programs through all phases, from proposal preparation and submission, contract negotiation, baseline, PDR, CDE, MRR, TRR, qualification, validation, production, and delivery
• Responsible for the preparation and delivery of detailed program review packages to senior management and customers
• Participate in new business proposals, project projections, and analysis of requirements as needed
• Build trusting and valued customer relationships
• Build and manage earned value on development program

• You will need at least four years of program management, marketing, sales, operations or engineering experience. Other qualifications that will enable you to perform successfully in this position include:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and project management software (such as Microsoft Project).
• CRM and ERP skills are desired.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to succinctly address complex issues and action plans with program team members, peers, and senior management.
• Ability to work independently on multifaceted program issues.
• Capability and flexibility to handle multiple tasks in restricted time frames to support program and company goals.
• A Bachelors degree in a relevant field is needed.
• Program management certification or equivalent a plus.