Program Manager
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Job Description
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will support the strategy and execution of a portfolio of defense products, sold to domestic and international customers. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for maximizing results in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and cost.
- Provides leadership and is responsible for the achievement of delivery milestones
- Creates and supports proposal development, contract negotiations, and contract award
- Serves as the customer point of contact
- Anticipates and advises the customer on status
- Facilitates internal & external communication
- Is the voice of the customer to keep the team focused on contractual commitments
- Performs project planning and kick-off
- Maintains accurate program schedules for assigned programs
- Tracks and reports project status / performance (internal reporting / program reviews)
- Advises Segment Director on commitment changes, scope changes, or technical issues
- Work with Business Development Managers in identifying & capturing new program opportunities
- Participate in and lead elements of strategic initiatives across the product segment
Requirements:
- BS in a technical or business discipline
- 6+ years of experience, in the Aerospace and Defense industry in functions such as technical sales, project engineering, business administration and/or program management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proficient with Microsoft office suite software.
- Solid understand of Program and Project Management.
- Fundamental knowledge of financial concepts such as sales, gross margin, operating income, balance sheets, and working capital.
- Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as root cause & corrective action, six sigma, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills:
- Prior ordnance and explosives background
Four (4) to Six (6) years of experience with working low volume, high mix programs in anEngineeringorProgram Managementrole within the Aerospace & Defense industry
BS Degree in an engineering discipline is required.
Mechanical or materials science backgroundpreferred.
Must be a hands-on self-starter motivated to grow within the organization
Effective communication skills will be weighed heavily
Some technical design and manufacturing processesknowledge is required
Team Player
15% foreign and domestic travel is required.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
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