Program Manager
Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Germantown
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Job ID:105545The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems
business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to
delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence
products that protect the security of our nation and our
allies.From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic
warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S.
military and government agencies around the world.Job SummaryWe're
looking for a team-oriented Program Managerwith the ability to
manage several full cycle programs in our Germantown facility.
Please note: Our facility is currently located in Germantown, MD.
Our business is experiencing growth in multiple market areas and as
a result, we are excited to announce that in April 2023 we will be
in our newly built facility located just south of Frederick, off
I-270. This modern facility, with ESG initiatives and surrounding
green spaces, offers many amenities quickly accessible to this
attractive location.Job ResponsibilitiesManages the full program
lifecycle to include the design, implementation, and Operations and
Maintenance (O&M) of a communications network solution via
multiple mediums (satellite, microwave, landline, 5G, etc.).
Manages the scope of an IT Service Management (ITSM) solution to
include staffing, network and systems administration, cyber
security, service desk, Voice over IP (VOIP), and cloud services.
Responsible for execution of contract deliverables and growth
through expansion of services, technical refreshes, and
implementation of emerging technologies.Manage and direct the daily
execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules
and performance goals are met. May lead or support all meetings and
the integrated product and/or project team (kick-off through
project close). Provide interface, communication and coordination
with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to
existing contracts. Lead and or support bid and proposal
activities. Responsibilities are conducted under the guidance of
senior level management (Director of Programs, or LOB Lead).
- Manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements
to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
- Lead all meetings and the integrated product team from kick-off
through project close
- Provide interface, communication and coordination with internal
and external customers on matters pertaining to existing
contracts
- Participate as a team member or leader on bid and proposal
activities. Ensure that the requirements of the request for
proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and
proposals for existing customers
- Actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with
Business Development
- Represent management at program reviews, meetings, seminars,
etc.
- Prepare for and participate in contract/subcontract
negotiations. While representing Company's interests, assure that
all government regulatory guidance is adhered to
- Develop and implement plans and schedules to execute
contracts/subcontracts. Allocate and control contract budgets for
labor, material, travel and purchased services. Regularly report
program status to senior management
- Formally identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risk throughout
the program life cycle. Obtains management approval prior to making
decisions that will cause deterioration of established program,
cost and schedule objectives.
- May be required to ensure the overall execution of material on
schedule and on budget for a business area
- May be required to collaborate on various tasks with various
project teams
- May be required to various tasks/team/project/Engineering
changes
- Notify and seek senior management assistance in resolving
schedule and budget problems as they arise. Develop and implement
corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or
schedules are evident
- Perform variance analysis of schedule and cost on a formal and
informal basis and present them to senior management (i.e. earned
value management system)
- Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters
involving contract execution. Coordinate with other departments on
resolution of contractual problems with the customer
- Coordinate with Contracts Administration on issues pertaining
to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations.
- Assure the contract requirements are executed in accordance
with appropriate regulations and Company policies and procedures
(i.e. federal acquisition regulations)
- Provide leadership to program or project team. Assures
communication and cooperation among team members and resolves areas
of conflictJob Responsibilities Part II
- Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that
all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly
recorded
- Understand and develop leading verses lagging indicators
- Develop and execute program corrective action strategies
- May partner with various stakeholders on planning process and
system improvements
- Develop and understand principles of program planning. Broad
application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable
discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields
- Develop and understand cash flow management principles
- Develop and understand principles of process improvement (i.e.
Lean Six Sigma)
- Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values
and culture of the organizationSecondary Accountabilities
- May require 5+ year in the in DoD program and/or materials
management and in production manufacturing operation utilizing
MRP/ERP depending upon the job discipline
- May require knowledge of DoD FAR procurement regulations
- May require knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of
electro-mechanical assembly operations, bills of material, demand
material planning, and the supply chain purchasing
processQualifications
- 5+ years of relevent experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and
experience
- Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or Business degree may be
preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
depending upon the job discipline
- Knowledge of program management tools and procedures
- Solid leadership and management skills
- Exposure to program lifecycle from development through
sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements
decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of
work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement
efforts including implementation cost reduction and performance
improvement efforts
- Exposure to earned value cost accounting and reporting;
experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program
progress, productivity and variance analysis
- Exposure to finance, contracting, export regulations,
engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain
management
- Strong customer interface skills
- Solid problem solving skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Exposure to managing manpower planning, project reviews,
scheduling and budget control
- Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or
subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Program Management certification preferred (i.e. PMP or
DAU)Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are
equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
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