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Program Manager (Bilingual Spanish) Remote Based at Smiths Detection in Edgewood, Maryland

Posted in Management 30+ days ago.





Job Description:




Program Manager (Bilingual Spanish) Remote Based


Location: North America, USA, Edgewood
Ref: DETECTIONNA00580
Division: Detection
Job Function: Programs






Job Description



The Program Manager will oversee coordination, management, and execution of all program activities to include delivery of products and/or services, demonstration of customer specification performance and quality, scope management, cost management, scheduling, resourcing, risk management, and realization of revenue and profit during the entire lifecycle of a program or project.







Duties & Responsibilities



SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:




  • Leads and is responsible for all contract requirement deliverables, to include all design, testing, installation and training elements of the program and/or order/project.

  • Experience with development of a PM plan, defining scope, planning, developing cost and risk plans, procurement, manufacturing, performing QC, testing, delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries, and working the program through final payment.

  • Develops and manages process for issues identification and resolution. Appropriately escalates unresolved issues in accordance with the Smiths governance model.

  • Conducts risk assessment of program deliverables based on impact and probability, and takes action to mediate risk. Appropriately escalates risks in accordance with governance model.

  • Monitors program readiness for achieving deliverables, and makes necessary adjustments to achieve deliverables are compliant, on time and within budget.

  • Assists Business Development, Sales and Product Development activities by conducting feasibility analyses of potential programs.

  • Analyzes and responds to Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ) and Requests for Information (RFI) in accordance with Smiths criteria for program acceptance and rejection.

  • Identifies business development and value added sales opportunities related to programs, supports product management efforts to manage the lifecycle of products and/or services including improvements, enhancement and obsolescence, and supports negotiations with customers.

  • Reports program status to all stakeholders prepares and presents periodic status reports and monthly Program Management Reviews with the Executive Leadership Team.

  • Benchmark program management approaches and developments with external customers and promote best practice with other Smiths colleagues.

  • Create effective business communication encompassing technical proposals for customer requirements, business briefings and presentations.

  • Training and coaching direct reports and other Smiths colleagues where appropriate.

  • Comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations.

  • Complying with and promoting all relevant legal requirements & Smiths policies and procedures, including business ethics, data protection and health & safety







Diversity & Inclusion



We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.







The Individual




  • Education/training:
    * BS or BA degree in related technology or business management.
    * PMP accreditation preferred.

  • Experience: Requires 7 or more years' program / project management experience.

  • Bi-lingual in Spanish is a must

  • Experience managing a cross-functional team indirectly.

  • Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.

  • Understanding of global business and US specific government business.

  • Ability to implement, lead, and direct program team in use of company or industry standards for program management & related processes.

  • Experience in obtaining various permits, licenses, and certifications, etc for contract requirements.

  • Experience working in a highly matrixed organization.

  • Previous experience in hardware programs, ordering materials, delivery of equipment.

  • Prefer experience working with ILS.

  • Prefer experience in Aerospace, Aviation and Defense industry.

  • Prefer experience in CNBRE.




Knowledge/skills/other attributes:



  • Civil Works program management experience preferred.



  • Working knowledge of financial concepts and measurements to program management e.g., ROI, earned value management, net present value etc.

  • Development of a PM plan, defining scope, planning, developing cost and risk plans, procurement, manufacturing, performing QC, testing, delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries, and working the program through final payment.

  • Able to manage cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, influence people outside of direct reporting relationships (matrix organization) and communicate effectively at all levels.

  • Able to use MS Office suite and MS Project.


  • Travel: Role may entail travel away from workplace/home up to 20% of time, including possibly overseas


  • Security Requirement: This position requires access to ITAR, EAR, and Department of State or Department of Commerce controlled information and routine access to a cleared facility.Applicant must be a U.S. Person (citizen, green card holder or other permanent resident).

  • Work environment is typically an office environment located on-site, within the Smiths- Edgewood, MD location during normal or extended business hours. Work environment may also include customer site or other location/facility as required. Required to travel on an as needed basis.







About Smiths



At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.







About Smiths Detection



Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence. With more than 40 years of field-tested experience, we deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. Every minute of every day our technology and our people make the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies to markets in threat as well as contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.





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