Program Manager II

** Worker Type
** Regular
* * Job Description
**** Summary
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** Program Manager (PM) II
** 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
* Identify, analyze, and manage 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
* Develop and maintain program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
* Support the creation and maintenance of product requirements
* Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
* Actively support 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 5 - 8 years of experience in Program Management
* Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
* Managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
* Experience in a highly technical environment
* Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
* Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
* Basic familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project)
* Some travel required (up to 20%)
** Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
*** PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
* Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is preferred
* Managing of International (ex-US) programs is desired
* Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
* Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
* A strong communicator able to articulate vision/mission to team
* Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results
* Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
* 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
* 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
** Physical Demands
*** Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
* Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
** Clearance Level
** No Clearance The salary range for this role is:$93,371 - $132,300

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