Director of Program Management

About:

For nearly two decades, we have been a global leader in manufacturing high-performance, rugged and motor control technology for extreme environments. Operating in both commercial and government sectors, our technology is utilized in robotics, unmanned systems, energy, air, sea and ground vehicles as well as the space industry! As the demand for our technology continues to increase, we are seeking passionate individuals who are fascinated by what we do and are eager to build long term careers with us!

In return, we offer:$180k - $220k base salaryBonus potentialMedical, dental, vision insurance401k with matchPTOPaid holidaysLast week of the year holiday shut down9/80 Schedule - Every other Friday offWho you are:

Bachelors degree10+ years of experience in Aerospace and Defense5+ years of experience as a Program Manager3+ years of experience as a manager or leadWhat you will be doing:

Develop and maintain positive relations with company clients. Ensure client satisfaction with company execution, deliverables and support.

Lead program management staff in the execution and delivery of multiple aerospace, space, military, and commercial programsProvide technical and management leadership for successful delivery of development programs, including new product development, product customizations and modification effortsResponsible for execution of and adherence to program requirements, schedule and budget targets and successful delivery of program deliverables.

Manage department activities to contractual deliverables and carefully monitor program scope, action and risk itemsResponsibly interface with and represent company interests across clients, prospects and other company stakeholdersProvide requirements flow-down, technical risk assessments and risk reduction activitiesSupport new and existing business development, proposal and quoting submissionsHands-on with assembly, integration, testing of hardware, and on-site integration support with customersLead, develop and execute successful and cost-effective design and manufacturing solutions that leverage high performance products, materials, and technologies as needed to meet program / project requirements.

Responsible for recruitment needs, performance reviews, and training needs for direct reports and their staffRead, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, project report documents, specification, statements of work, and technical analysis reportsEnsure accuracy and effectiveness of program and engineering released documents and deliverables.

Ensure a smooth transition of new product releases from engineering to production including complete, timely and accurate product build package.

Responsible for ensuring success of company-wide continuous process improvement activities and monitoring of adherence and execution of effective quality policies, procedures and work instructionsDevelop or update procedures, policies or work instructions related to program management and engineering activitiesSupport compliance certification initiatives, including successful completion of DO-178 and DO-254 certificationsMonitors department expenses in accordance with budgetary objectives and holds departmental costs within guidelinesOrganize, prioritize, and allocate department work assignments of assigned responsibilitiesEnsure department adherence to company human resource management policies and proceduresSupport development of company strategic vision and initiatives and participate in tactical and strategic company meetingsTravel to support client meetings, trade shows, sales opportunities or other company activities (