Manager Programs 1

Program Managers are responsible for managing all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals. Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to: Prioritizing cost, schedule and technical performance in alignment with higher level strategic direction Cultivating customer and internal stakeholder relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and the development of proposals and business plans Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses program requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives Measuring and reporting program performance through qualitative and quantitative methods Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements Delivering predictable financial performance for contract or NCTA activities through the establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning Managing Government-/customer-supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.) Leading by example to ensure adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards Managing the contract Statement of Work and ensuring that the program team understands and adheres to contract scope; manage scope change through control board activities Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant professional experience, or Master's and 3 years of relevant professional experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or program management in a related industry. Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent tasks or workstreams, meeting deadlines in both independent and team environments. Demonstrated experience supporting internal IRAD and externally funded U.S. Government R&D programs, including participation in distinct R&D efforts involving concept development, prototype development, modeling/simulation, testing, or field demonstration. Demonstrated success in leading the performance of tasks to achieve project deliverables as Project Lead, Integrated Program Team (IPT) Lead, Cost Account Manager (CAM) or Program Manager. Demonstrated experience applying Risk and Opportunity Management processes, including risk identification, mitigation planning, and status reporting on project(s)/program(s). Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across functional organizations (e.g. engineering, supply chain, finance, etc.). Demonstrated proficiency producing written and verbal deliverables, including formal reports, program documentation and stakeholder communications. Bachelor's or a master's degree in a STEM discipline (e.g. Systems, Aerospace, Mechanical, Software, Industrial Engineering or a related field). Experience managing or supporting project execution for sensor systems involving airborne radar, electronic warfare (EW) or similar RF system architectures. Demonstrated experience serving as the primary customer interface on development program or project execution. Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering written and oral briefings to customers and senior leadership, including executive level stakeholders. CAM certification or equivalent experience and experience utilizing earned value management (EVM) principles, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) development. Experience planning, budgeting, and executing Internal Research & Development (IRAD) efforts. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. Active SAP access Experience supporting program execution operating in Special Access Program (SAP) environments.