Deputy Program Manager

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Deputy Program Manager works programs of varying complexity with a focus on cost, schedule performance, and business growth on assigned program here at KUAS.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Defines program/project objectives, creates and maintains program plan/schedule, and directly manages program budget to meet established company and customer objectives.
• Issues project instructions and controls changes to project scope and designs in compliance with established quality system.
• Ensures that the program/project team achieves objectives for scheduling, engineering, quality, and cost control.
• Breaks work down into manageable tasks required to meet the objectives of the program/project and customer, which includes the assigning and/or directing the work of others.
• Ensures satisfaction of all contractual and Statement of Work (SOW) requirements.
• Establishes a risk management program, and ensures all risks are mitigated.
• Reports program status and performance, as required by contract or management.
• Interfaces with the customer and other company personnel on technical, production, and procurement issues.
• Coordinates the cost estimates (labor & material) associated with out of scope activities or future work.
• Responsible for managing root cause analysis efforts on nonconforming product for assigned projects; troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action.
• Keeps customers informed of program schedules and status.
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data, using computer.
• Coordinates and leads meetings as required to plan and communicate all aspects of assigned projects.
• Works with other internal departments to develop a resource allocation plan.
• Establishes the earned value baseline.
• Establishes and monitors program metrics.
• Grows existing programs to increase revenues.
• Monitors program performance, formulates and takes corrective actions to mitigate deviations to the program plans and alert management of potential problems when necessary.
• Coordinates with multiple major contractors and/or Government user.
• Supports subcontractor development efforts, including delivery management.
• Works within the company to ensure program quality assurance performance.
• Manages the integration and testing of hardware and software.
• Works with other internal programs and program managers to help develop a mutual resource allocation plan.
• Works with contracts personnel to identify out of scope activities and ensure contract deliverables are met.
• Oversees the receipt, assembly, test, and quality of deliverable hardware to customers.
• Follows safety precautions.
• Ensures that the work area and equipment are kept clean.
• Communicates and represents the Company professionally with all levels of internal and external personnel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• May have supervisory responsibility for support staff as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.

• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.

• Ability to adhere to workplace rules and procedures.

• Understanding of and experience working with FAR/DFAR and Contract requirements

• Excellent customer relationship development and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functionally to meet program/project requirements.

• A high degree of innovation and creativity.

• Strong problem solving skills

• Proven track record in a high variety, low volume manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the marketplace and customer needs, objectives and expectations.
• Ability to provide effective direction, leadership and team building.
• Demonstrated abilities to plan, prioritize and delegate work assignments.
• Skills and abilities to provide technical and administrative guidance for activities in defined scope of responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.

• Ability to develop program strategy and goals in alignment with overall company objectives.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 requirements.

• Demonstrated leadership in a complex development environment.

• Familiarity with contract provisions applicable to contracts and subcontracts.

• Strong working knowledge of business financial systems / processes.

• Leadership experience in the aerospace industry.

• Strong Earned Value Management (EVM) experience.

• Hands-on skills in the areas of desktop computer applications (MS Office), proposal development, and the opportunity management process.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.
• Program Management Professional Certification.

• Detailed understanding of doing business with the US Gov’t and DoD customer especially with aerial target systems or flight operations.

• Minimum 3 years Program Management experience, ideally in support of Department of Defense contracts. (in lieu of a the educational requirements, a minimum of 10 years directly related Program Manager experience in support of DoD contracts may be considered).

• Required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and/or Manufacturing environments.

• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.

• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).

• Standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.

• May work extended hours or weekends.

• May work in non-temperature controlled environments.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 0-25% May be required between KUAS locations, internationally and or domestically.