Program Manager
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Overview
Schedule
Flexible-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$100,000-$150,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
KTS is seeking a Program Manager (PM) to provide oversight for defense contract programs. The PM serves as the primary liaison between the company and program office government contracting officers, ensuring all contractor personnel, technical specifications, cost, and schedule requirements are met.Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end execution and development of the program, establishing the foundational processes, schedules, and performance metrics needed for long term success.
- Manage overall cost and schedule performance to include the Contract Data Requirements List process, ensuring program execution aligns with contractual, financial, and operational commitments – to include pre award and proposal activities, requirements analysis, solution development, cost estimation, and proposal preparation.
- Comply with Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement, and International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
- Interface directly with the customer to include the government Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer’s Representative to maintain strong relationships, provide regular updates, and ensure alignment on technical, schedule, and performance expectations.
- Demonstrate credibility with the customer through technical expertise and/or relevant military experience, serving as a trusted point of contact throughout the program lifecycle.
- Demonstrate an expert-level ability to brief senior military and corporate leadership on complex technical and financial statuses.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality assurance to ensure cross functional alignment and timely execution of program objectives.
- Identify, assess, and manage program risks, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring proactive communication to stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in a S.T.E.M. related field with 5+ years of experience.
- Military experience and connections within Patuxent River, MD is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional engineering teams to include systems, mechanical, electrical and software fields
- Ability to travel
- Ability to obtain Security Clearance, for which the United States Government requires United States citizenship
- Proven execution of complex technical programs while maintaining cost and schedule
- Demonstrated integration experience of various military systems (ideally of aircraft systems)
- Experience with the Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) Process and the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Process
- Experience with key program milestones to include Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR) and Production Readiness Review (PRR)
- Working knowledge of the FARs/DFAR/ITAR and other related regulation
- Experience working with DCAA and DCMA
- Experience with business capture and supporting proposal activities
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
- Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
- 401 (k) retirement plan
- Paid Overtime
- Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
- Opportunities to travel
- Tuition Reimbursement options
- Casual and relaxed work environment
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FAQs About Program Manager Jobs at Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc
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This job at Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc is located in Des Plaines, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $100,000 and $150,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc?
Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Flexible-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc?
Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc for this role?
Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, Tuition/Education Assistance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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