Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or Science; experience may substitute for education
10+ years of experience in program management or related roles
Diverse experience with Aerostat systems
Knowledge of tactical payloads including Radar and EO/IR systems
Experience in establishing tactical sensor site operations
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and team skills
Proficient in MS Office, including MS Project
Familiarity with FAR and DoD regulations
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
Responsibilities
Lead programs for design, development, and manufacturing of tactical payloads
Manage logistics support and asset accountability for Aerostat systems
Coordinate with teams for network connectivity and data communications
Prepare and present programmatic and technical reports to stakeholders
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective action plans
Interface with finance to manage program financials
Ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations
Benefits
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects for US Government customers
Collaborative cross-functional team environment
Professional development and growth opportunities
Engagement in innovative technology and tactical operations
Supportive workplace culture with a focus on quality and compliance
Full Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Senior Program Manager operating within a diverse cross functional program team leading programs providing design, development and manufacturing of tactical payloads and persistent surveillance operations for US Government customers. Serves as the primary point of contact for all aspects of assigned programs and ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations including cost, quality, and schedules while maintaining company objectives. Provides technical management and leadership of subcontractors, vendors, and the internal program team to ensure on-time delivery of products and services. Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems. Conducts program meetings and manages issues, risk, and change requests. Ensures adherence to quality standards for all program deliverables.
DUTIES
Demonstrate a wide degree of creativity and latitude
Serve as a Program Manager for payload design, manufacturing and deployment programs
Manage acquisition of Aerostats and Aerostat systems
Manage deployment of tactical system(s) and associated crew training, testing, handoff and transition to operations
Remote management of one or more tactical sensor site crews performing operations and sustainment (O&S) support.
Manage logistics support to include spares asset accountability and repair and return of critical components
Coordinate with other organizations to establish and validate network connectivity in support of data backhaul and data communications between site(s) and users
Coordinate activities between OEMs, other organizations, subcontractors and vendors for mission computer software development and integration into tactical payloads and/or ground stations
Provide technical management and technical leadership of programs
Analyze customer requirements and prepare statements of work, program performance plans basis of estimates (BoE) and technical proposals as required
Prepare schedules, plan, organize and execute all aspects of assigned programs from concept to completion; includes managing cost, schedule, risk, and opportunities
Interface with functional departments to pre-plan and forecast personnel, materials, facilities, tools, equipment, and subcontractor resources
Develop subcontractor statements of work (SSOW) and manage subcontracted vendors
Interface with Finance and Accounting and manage financial aspects of programs
Prepare reports detailing program progress and costs and brief program status to internal management and the customer
Prepare and present formal and informal programmatic and technical presentations to customers, internal program team and upper management
Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and deliver product and services to the customer within cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance requirements as agreed to by contract
Perform root cause analysis, develop corrective action plans and implement and monitor execution of the plan
Coordinate and resolve technical and programmatic issues with the customer
Provide input to, assist with, and determine Make-Buy decisions
Prepare and/or review deliverables, initiate appropriate corrective actions as required and ensure that quality products and services are delivered in a manner that fully satisfies contract obligations
Monitor and ensure compliance to applicable codes, regulations, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science (BS), BBA/BA degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or Science discipline is desired, experience may substitute for education
At least 10 years of successful experience and demonstrated competence as a program manager, project manager, site manager or related management position is required
Diverse experience with Aerostat systems is required
Working knowledge of tactical class aerostats or other aerostat system is required
Working knowledge of tactical payloads to include Radar and Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) systems is required
Experience in establishing tactical sensor site operations to include emplacement of sensors and ground support.
Experience in performing tactical persistent surveillance operations is desired
Self-starter with strong interpersonal, leadership and team skills and demonstrated ability to achieve results
Excellent written and oral communications and organizational/time management skills are required
Knowledge of resource, schedule and cost estimating is required
Ability to identify and mitigate programs risks is required
MS Office skills to include MS Project are required
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, requirements, policies, and procedures
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devices.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry for short distances.
Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
Normally works in an office setting with controlled temperature.
