Program Manager

Summary

The Program Manager I (PM) is accountable for the support of the execution of company programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM understands the program life-cycle and supports all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Working with a lead PM, the PM I acts as a focal point and authority for one or more Programs’ execution, and provides a single point of contact for program activities to internal customers.

• Supports the Management of the program throughout the program’s life-cycle
• Ensure alignment with internal customers
• Implementation and management of lead PM’s program controls and success criteria
• Support the identification, analysis, and management of all program-level risk
• Coordinate and align project teams and their inter-dependencies
• Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities
• Align and inform stakeholders of program’s status and health
• Lead program meetings and program reviews for internal customers and teams
• Support the development, maintenance and reporting of program statistics
• Analyze potential changes in program scope and characterize potential impact(s)
• Assist and/or coordinate the preparation of cost and technical proposals
• Ensure adherence to Company policies and processes
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering related field
• 2 – 5 years of experience in Program Management or related field
• Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is a plus
• Experience with International (ex-US) programs is desired
• Experience in a highly technical environment

• PMI (or equivalent) certification (CAPM or higher) is a plus
• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
• Knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
• Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams
• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
• A strong communicator able to articulate goals to team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project)
• 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
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Strong Analytical and strategic thinking ability
• Leadership skills
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
• 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

• 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)

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is $56,500 - $80,325. Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including location, role and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills.

This position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR compliance. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be approved for an export license. A U.S. person is a U.S. citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions may require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our benefits please visit:  We also invite you to review our company website at  to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies…