Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Program Manager (PM) III is responsible for the execution of company programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM oversees program life-cycle and manages all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Acting as the central focal point and authority for one or more Programs' execution, the PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers

Position Responsibilities

Management of the program throughout the program's life-cycle. Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction
Primary customer point of contact for all program-related needs.
Effectively identifies and manages risks at all stages of a program.
Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria.
Coordinates and aligns cross functional project teams and their inter-dependencies. Establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities
Aligns and informs stakeholders of program's status and health. Leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
Develops and maintains program plans including schedule, budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
Supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements
Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
Actively supports the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals
Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes
Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 – 12 years of experience in Program Management or related fields.
Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
Experienced developing and maintaining risk management & mitigation plans
Experienced in a highly technical environment
Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Project)
Other competencies: Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
Some travel required (up to 25%)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
Experience with Group 3 Unmanned Aircraft Systems is strongly desired
Experience with flight services and/or contractor-owned, contracted-operated (COCO) programs
Experience working with US Government customers and programs is desired
Experience managing International (ex-US) programs is desired
Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
Knowledge of earned value management.
Interfaces effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
Works well independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
Is a strong communicator who effectively articulates vision/mission to team
Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

The salary range for this role is:

$136,807 - $194,040

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.

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