As a Program Manager you will be a key member of a cross-functional team and oversee and coordinate various projects to achieve program objectives.
Responsibilities
Stakeholder management.
Responsible for day-to-day execution of program(s), including but not limited to cross-functional decision making, task and schedule management, issue resolution and escalation, requirements management, and risk management.
Manage proposals, design and development of current programs, and new product introduction programs.
Conduct program reviews to ensure product elements meet contractual and business requirements.
Lead definition of program management plans (e.g. scope management plan, schedule management plan, budget, risk management plan, requirements management plan, quality management plan, etc.).
Achieve program objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews.
Prepare and complete action plans.
Drive implementation of production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.
Resolve problems, complete audits, identify trends, determine system improvements, and implement changes as required.
Ensure financial objectives are met by forecasting requirements, preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
Manage product development processes including all phases of development, phase gate exit reviews and release to production.
Lead work breakdown structure definition, cost estimation, risk estimation, and high-level schedule creation.
Interpret RFP requirements and lead the creation of proposal approach and content.
Provide monthly budget, schedule, and status updates to management for review and direction.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of program management or related technical experience or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of program management or related technical experience.
Experience managing complex, multi-million-dollar projects or programs.
Experience managing and directing design and development activity across multiple functions.
Strong decision making and analytical skills.
Ability to lead and motivate team members and communicate with all levels of the organization.
PreferredEducation/Experience/Credentials:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Experience leading cross functional product teams.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in related DoD (Department of Defense) project/program management.