Manage and direct the daily execution of contract and/or proposal requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
Provide interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts
Work closely with all functional departments to manage a development program or proposals
Collaborate on various tasks with various project teams
Manage various tasks/team/project/Engineering changes
Assist in resolving schedule and budget problems as they arise
Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident
Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution
Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer
Coordinate with Contracts Administration on issues pertaining to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations
Provide leadership to program or project team
Assures communication and cooperation among team members and resolves areas of conflict
Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly recorded
Partner with various stakeholders on planning process and system improvements
Develop and understand principles of program planning.
Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields
Develop and understand cash flow management principles

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or Business or an equivalent combination of education and experience
7+ years relevant experience
At least 1 year of DoD experience required
Knowledge of program and proposal management tools and procedures
Solid leadership and management skills
Experience throughout the program lifecycle from development through sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
Solid problem solving skills
Strong presentation skills
Experience with managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
Strong oral and written communication skills
Program Management certification preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU)

Benefits

comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including any state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits
company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
legal insurance
401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
community service hours

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

program managementproposal managementearned value cost accountingrisk managementbudget controlschedulingrequirements decompositioncontinuous improvementcash flow managementmetrics for program progress

Soft Skills

leadershipproblem solvingcommunicationpresentationcollaborationconflict resolutionteam managementstakeholder engagementorganizational skillsinterpersonal skills

Certifications

PMPDAU