Motorola Solutions

Program Manager (USMC - WRI ASTRO)

Motorola Solutions$100K — $120K *
US-Anywhere
+ 24 other locationsRemote
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of Project Management or Military experience
  • Able to obtain necessary security clearance for government contracts
  • Executive leadership experience with proven success
  • Strong knowledge of contract administration and compliance
  • Demonstrated experience in budget formulation and management
  • Exceptional communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience with supply chain logistics and strategic planning

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of the ASTRO System for the USMC Enterprise LMR system
  • Oversee contract compliance and operational maintenance of systems
  • Lead personnel management, budgeting, and business operations
  • Coordinate system upgrades and preventive maintenance tasks
  • Develop policies, SOPs, and ensure documentation for program management
  • Conduct daily administrative tasks and lead team meetings
  • Collaborate with sales teams to identify and pursue business opportunities

Benefits

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
Full Job Description
Department Overview
The USMC program office and end users responsible for the sustainment and expansion of the West Region Infrastructure LMR ASTRO System require a specialized individual to help support their daily operations. This entails the operation, support, upgrade, protection, and administration of these systems.
Job Description

The Program Manager holds a critical role in overseeing the comprehensive West Region Infrastructure LMR System. This position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to managing program personnel and support staff, collaborating with Motorola Sales team members, handling pre and post-sale opportunities and proposals, overseeing the program budget and costs, and providing leadership and direction to Engineers, System Managers, Technologists, Cybersecurity Leads, Customer Service Managers, Quality Managers, Safety Managers, and Configuration Management personnel. The Program Manager also plays a vital role in ensuring adherence to DoD change management processes, overseeing Project Managers and global projects, managing system upgrades, coordinating with administrative personnel, and effectively communicating and coordinating with customers, partners, the USMC, other branches of the DoD, as well as, internal Motorola personnel and leadership. Serving as the primary point of contact for the USMC system and the supporting USMC PMO, this position requires a high level of professional experience in executive management, managing large enterprise IT systems, and working with substantial agencies or organizations. Key skills for success in this role include excellent planning capabilities, prioritization of tasks and responsibilities, adept delegation, exceptional interpersonal communication skills, and proficiency in various other areas. The Program Manager's contributions are instrumental in the successful implementation and management of the WRI LMR ASTRO System, ensuring efficient operations and effective collaboration across all stakeholders. Knowledge of the Motorola ecosystem is ideal as this role will be the Gatekeeper for all ecosystem opportunities in this space. Preference will be given to applicants in the Western Region.
  • Program Manager position is responsible for the management, oversight and overall administration of the ASTRO System which supports the USMC Enterprise LMR system, E911 systems and MBR radios globally.
  • Oversee and ensure that all contract requirements are met, the systems are maintained at required operational levels and general operation of the entire business.
  • Responsibilities include personnel management, budgeting and budget administration, business operations, daily communications both internal within Motorola Solutions, Motorola partners, the USMC and other external customers.
  • Manage supply chain and logistics, strategic planning, customer service, contract management.
  • Oversee break-fix on the system, preventative maintenance, planning and overseeing all system upgrades and engineering tasks.
  • Development of policies, SOP's and other written reports, briefings and directives, attending all internal and external meetings and overall responsibility for every aspect of program management, contract management, and meeting all internal and external goals and milestones.
  • Deliver executive experience with written communications, reports, briefings, creating and maintaining appropriate documentation, problem identification, analysis and resolutions, excellent multi tasking skills, business operations planning and administration
  • Responsible for leading and ensuring system lifecycle planning, to include hardware, software, and operational data maintenance.
  • Oversee, lead and direct all logistical planning, change administration and management,  preventative maintenance of hardware and software, meeting and maintaining DoD Cybersecurity compliance including Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) compliance and patch management, vulnerability scanning and benchmark testing for the USMC systems when required.
  • Administer, direct and responsible for system currency, integration of information security for continuous monitoring, system testing, system implementation, updates and support, response and resolution of service calls to provide end to end life cycle sustainment support, management of software licenses and software currency, central monitoring for real-time health and status of the system, equipment repair, asset and configuration management, password management, contract management, auditing and quality assurance, customer relationships, planning and implementation of worldwide System Upgrades, successful development, submission and approval of all CDRL’s and DED’s, approval of Installation Design Plans or similar documentation, approval of system and personnel schedules, actions, requests, hiring and developing, approving and managing employee performance expectations.
  • Responsible for the successful management of all Motorola projects worldwide that connect to the USMC systems including systems integration projects, service projects and others. Projects include system expansions and upgrades. Upgrades to Dispatch Centers, addition of new sites and other major worldwide projects. 
  • Responsible for approval of all schedules, budgets, invoicing, documents, personnel, directing all work, tasks, contract compliance, ATP’s, SOVT’s, equipment ordering and manufacturing, overseeing project managers and successful management and conclusion of all projects.  Responsible for converting all projects to full time sustainment support under this program after project completion.
  • Ensure that the program strategic plan and goals support and adhere to Motorola strategic goals and objectives, ensure these are clearly communicated to all team members and the program supports these goals and objectives to achieve organizational success.
  • Work and coordinate daily with Sales to coordinate tasks, responses and strategic direction for the program, as well as, identifying sales opportunities.
  • Participate in proposals for the USMC, ensuring consistent customer pricing, identifying risks, ensuring all contract requirements are met within the proposal, including approvals, documentation, CDRLs, Information Assurance requirements, engineering design, schedules, resources, and ultimately approving the proposal before it goes to the customer.
  • Participating in any Engineering Change Board Processes, including submitting all change requests, other required documentation and artifacts, following established procedures, developing and submitting schedules, topography and providing detailed information on system changes.
  • Responsible for daily, weekly and monthly administrative tasks, reviews and approvals. Identifying the criticality of open issues and tasks and directing managers and resources to efficiently and effectively resolve daily issues and problems.
  • Ensure contractual compliance through auditing, setting KPI’s, regular requirements reviews
  • Attend and manage all daily and weekly customer related calls as well as the review and approval of all meeting notes before upload to Remedy.

Working Location/Travel:
  • The working location is remote but must be within the U.S. and all applicants must be able to travel 35% of the time when and as required.

Preferred Qualified Skills:
  • Executive Leadership and Management - experience tied to demonstrable successes in previous roles and successful outcomes.
  • Customer Service and Contracting - writing, interpreting, understanding and administering contracts and ensuring that all contract requirements are met.
  • Human Resources - experience including hiring, developing essential job functions, personnel management and administration, setting employee performance goals, administering employee evaluation systems, working knowledge of legal requirements regarding hiring and personnel management.
  • Supply Chain Management and Administration - logistics planning, execution and sustainment, executive management, leadership and strategy.
  • Budget Administration - including budget formulation and development, budget administration of a large budget, managing costs to achieve profitability goals, budget execution and management over a large organization and geographic area. Similar experience may be substituted.
  • Superior Interpersonal Communications - both internally and externally involving customers and other stakeholders. The ability to link communications and customer service to demonstrable successes and outcomes. 
  • Customer relations, strategic planning, policy development and execution
  • Project Management Experience - 5 years minimum (PMP preferred), managing a variety of projects ranging in complexity and difficulty.
  • Demonstrable experience linked to successes involving building and working with teams to successfully accomplish a mission at or above expected goals or outcomes, ensuring that all deliverables and due dates are met both externally and internally, excellent delegation skills and the ability to appropriately prioritize work for this position and others.
  • Excellent written communication skills and the ability to write reports and briefings, customer deliverables and other deliverables at a professional level with a minimum of errors. The ability to review the written work of others and identify and recognize grammatical errors, errors in formatting, sentence structure and other requirements for reports and deliverables.
  • Competency and the ability to use internal Motorola Solutions systems, technology, Google Suites and applications, Microsoft and other general business applications.
  • Any other skills and abilities required to achieve success in this role or as identified by the Regional Service Manager for the DoD.

Additional Requirements:
  • All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to pass a DoD and corporate background check, as well as, being able to satisfy requirements for a DoD clearance.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

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This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers.

Target Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.


Basic Requirements

  • 6+ years of Project Management experience or Military experience
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract(s)
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

25-50%
Relocation Provided

None
Position Type

Experienced
Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Paid Parental & Family Leave

  • and more!

About Motorola Solutions

Motorola provides products, technologies, and services for mobile, wireline digital communication, information, and entertainment applications. Its product portfolio includes smartphones operating on the Android operating system, feature phones, media tablet devices, wireless accessories, and more. Its range of smartphone products includes the Moto X first generation, Moto X second generation, Moto G first generation, Moto G second generation, and more. It is also the manufacturer of Moto 360, a smartwatch that provides services such as notifications, updates, and other related features. It also provides monitors, cordless phones, applications, and accessories such as cases, wireless headsets, wireless speakers, and more. In addition, it provides multimedia content, including video, voice, messaging, and cloud-based and Internet-based applications and services to multiple screens such as mobile devices, televisions, media tablets, and personal computers. Its Medios service platform enables service providers to deliver content on devices. Motorola is based in Chicago, Illinois. It primarily sells its products in the United States, China, Brazil, and Singapore. Motorola currently operates as a subsidiary of Google Inc.

Motorola Solutions Careers

Join the dynamic team at Motorola Solutions today and be part of a company renowned for its relentless innovation, leadership in technology, and a commitment to professional excellence. As a global leader in communications and electronics, Motorola Solutions offers unparalleled job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development. Work You’ll Do At Motorola Solutions, you will collaborate with a diverse team of experts who are at the forefront of technological innovation and public safety solutions. Our work impacts lives, ensuring safety and security for communities around the world. You will be part of a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and where every team member’s contribution is valued. Lead in Innovation and Technology Motorola Solutions is not just about radios and hardware; we are at the cutting edge of software solutions, AI, and data analytics. By joining our team, you will work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how public safety communicates in the digital age. Your work will help develop smart solutions that keep people safe and businesses thriving. Grow Your Career With Motorola Solutions, your career trajectory is boundless. We offer a variety of professional development and leadership training programs to help you hone your skills and advance within the company. From internships to full-time positions, Motorola Solutions is committed to nurturing talent and fostering an environment where innovation thrives. Benefits and Culture Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits that supports their life and well-being. These include health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance programs, and flexible working arrangements. At Motorola Solutions, we believe in maintaining a work-life balance that fosters both personal and professional growth. Join Our Team Explore the numerous employment opportunities at Motorola Solutions. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, we have positions ranging from engineering to marketing, sales to project management. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. Networking and Professional Development Motorola Solutions values networking and connections within the industry. We encourage our employees to engage in various professional groups and forums to enhance their networking skills and industry knowledge. This engagement is pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment and sparking innovation within our teams. Internship Programs Our internship programs offer a robust introduction to the world of public safety solutions and communications technology. Interns at Motorola Solutions gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that make real-world impacts. Stay Connected Join the Motorola Solutions career community to stay updated on new job openings, company news, and industry developments. Tailor your job search with our career tools and get tips on crafting the perfect resume and acing your interview. Search Motorola Solutions Jobs Ready to start your journey with Motorola Solutions? Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Motorola Solutions.
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Size
18,700 employees
Market Cap
$42.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$949 million
Founded
1928
5 Year Trend
+6.2%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
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