Program Manager

Program Manager Scaled Composites - 3.6 Mojave, CA Job Details $193,000 - $289,600 a year 6 days ago Benefits Relocation assistance 401(k) matching Qualifications Rapid prototyping Prototype creation Cross-functional collaboration Project leadership Cross-functional team management Prototypes Full Job Description The Program Manager will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership to execute all aspects of a demonstrator aircraft design-build-test program. Inclusive is leading initiatives related to process optimization, cost reduction, and quality control execution commitments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in managing complete aircraft design cycles and builds, a proven track record of successful leadership, and a deep understanding and experience with leading a demonstrator aircraft build. The ideal candidate is equal parts technically and programmatically sophisticated.

Category:

Program Management Location:

Mojave, CA Citizenship Required:

United States Citizenship Clearance Type:

Secret Schedule:

9/80

Work Schedule Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Benefits:

100% Paid Benefits and 401k

Matching Summary:

Founded in 1982 by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is an aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 40-plus year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch. Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: All aspects of the execution of a demonstrator aircraft build program, to include responsibility for the cost, schedule, and technical performance. Contract negotiations, change management, preparing proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, specifications, and financial terms/conditions for this contract. Acting as the primary internal contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with the customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Interfacing with the customer on a regular basis. Establishing milestones and monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, identifying program problems and obtaining solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directing the work of employees assigned to the program in the areas of technical design, manufacturing execution, and administrative support across a multitude of disciplines.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of aerospace, military, or other relevant industry experience OR a master's degree with 8 years of aerospace, military, or other relevant industry experience Minimum of 3 years' leadership experience in a rapid prototyping environment. Demonstrated past performance in leading a cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and business management team across the lifecycle of the clean-sheet design-build-test of a demonstrator aircraft program.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams 5 or more years of leadership experience in a prototype team environment Program management experience in a defense or production industry - Experience in Manufacturing, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Global Supply Chain, or Project Management Financial experience in EVMS or similar cost and schedule management systems Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to obtain and maintain a

DoD Secret Clearance Essential Job Functions:

Requires mobility and the ability to bend and reach May infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate computer keyboard) Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen) Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of time Ability to write for extended periods of time Ability to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of time May be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. Occasional reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 pounds Ability to converse and communicate information with others Occasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentration Potential to climb up and down steps on a daily Must be able to read and understand SDS