Program Manager

Creare is focused on developing and manufacturing new high-technology products for a variety of customers and marketplaces. Creare is seeking a Program Manager to be responsible for the overall management of a specific project or projects. Those projects may include innovative products for aerospace, medical and government sectors. Responsibilities include Provide operational management of projects which includes developing schedules and budgets and managing expenditures and project execution Serve as primary customer contact Identify staffing and other resources required for each project Oversee, approve, and assume responsibility for the creation of responses to RFQ's, additional changes in contract/program scope, and/or any and all customer or internal changes that affect program goals/metrics (i.e. cost, gross margin, schedule(s)) Provide coordination of reviews and requests as well as contract negotiation Ensure projects are in compliance with customer and government standards and requirements, as applicable Oversee day-to-day activities and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiencies Interface directly with all internal department leads, outside suppliers/vendors and especially the customer regarding all facets of program control, management, and reporting Generate and provide all required reporting BS degree in engineering required, MS degree preferred. The ideal candidate will also have Minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management in a hardware delivery environment Experience directly dealing with government and aerospace prime customers from a program/project, liaison, engineering, and/or sales perspective Demonstrated ability to coordinate an interdisciplinary team to meet challenging technical requirements and to deliver hardware within schedule. Program financial understanding, program and scope estimating, cost of goods sold and program/project gross margin experience a plus MS Project and/or similar program scheduling/tracking software capability Knowledge or experience with U.S. Government contracts and Export Control compliance requirements. Strong knowledge of engineering and production requirements Preferred Skills and Qualifications Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong interpersonal skills Effective speaking and listening skills Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Strong customer service skills Ethical conduct with a high regard for confidential and export control information Proficient with computers, Microsoft Excel, Project and other Microsoft Office applications Organized with attention to detail Creare offers a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to a substantial annual staff bonus, industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options, and a range of medical plan offerings. Starting salary range of $78,000 - $170,000 per year, based on level of education completed, and years of relevant experience. U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents only. Creare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans).