Program Manager

Must be a US Citizen

100% on site in Thousand Oaks Area

Relocation assistance available

Fulltime Direct Employment
W2 with full benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,807 - $165,000 bonus and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Summary

The Program Manager (PM) III is responsible for the execution of company programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM oversees program life-cycle and manages all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Acting as the central focal point and authority for one or more Programs' execution, the PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.

Position Responsibilities

• Management of the program throughout the program's life-cycle. Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction
• Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria. Identifies, analyzes, and manages all program-level risk
• Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies. Establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities
• Aligns and informs stakeholders of program's status and health. Leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
• Develops and maintains program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
• Supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements
• Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
• Actively supports the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
• Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals
• Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 8 – 12 years of experience in Program Management
• Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
• Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
• Experienced in a highly technical environment
• Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and  MS Project)
• Some travel required (up to 20%)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
• Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is desired
• Experience managing International (ex-US) programs is desired
• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
• Other competencies: Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
• Interfaces effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
• Works well independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
• Is a strong communicator who effectively articulates vision/mission to team
• Demonstrates familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
• Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results
• Committed to Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

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