Program Manager Defense & Security

The Program Manager is the key point of contact between the customer and the organization for all existing development, production and long-term agreements. This person manages all phases of complex electronic development and manufacturing programs leading to successful introduction of new products on the defense market for various and/or dedicated military customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Program plans, including schedules, statements of work, work breakdown structures and budgets. Participates in proposal efforts and contract negotiations for larger programs.

• Works with the business development organization to develop additional opportunities by leveraging off current customers and programs.

• Chairs internal and customer program reviews. Serves as the primary customer interface and is accountable for customer satisfaction while meeting all contractual and internal financial requirements.

• Analyzes requirements to develop focused program essentials, specifying goals, strategy, staffing need, scheduling, identification and management of risks, contingency plans, and best use of available resources.

• Ensures that the developed product is consistent with the required business results objectives.

• Follows up the introduction of new developments into a production environment.

• Remains responsible for the execution of deliveries in series production phase, as well as the sustainment and change management of the product until successful handover to the aftersales/maintenance team.

• Directs and coordinates activities of assigned program personnel of the various disciplines (R&D, test department, subcontractors, purchase, operations, quality assurance) to ensure program progresses on schedule and within budget providing leadership and motivation to the project team members throughout the program life cycle.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. At least 4 years of experience in project or program management, preferably in Aviation or Defense industry, at least in highly technical production environment.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and ability to communicate both external and internal at various levels including senior management.  

• Strong organization skills, time management. Ability to work as primary contact with major customers. Proven experience as team leader with a pro-active approach to program management.

• Business analysis experience is desired.

• Strong affinity for technical matters such as electronic and software. Education in any of these fields is a complementary asset.

• PMI certified or willingness to take courses towards PMI Certification is an extra advantage.

Offer

• Colleagues who share determination and high standards of work that move the world forward.

• Career opportunities in an international environment.

• Challenging projects in high tech markets.

• A competitive salary package and a great company culture with many development opportunities.

ScioTeq LLC is an equal opportunity employer.