Program Manager I – LAND FMF (REF2728F)

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Program Manager I will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic projects, establishing and lunching a new project. The role involves setting up standard process, managing communications with stakeholders and ensuring the project delivered on time and within budget. Strong leadership, effective planning and risk management essential for this position.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Develop effective financial tracking methods for programs spend, cost and profit.
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners to facilitate clear communication and smooth project execution
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers; both internal and external.
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and prepare status reports for senior management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and recommending practical solutions
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for project activities, ensuring transparency and accountability
• Prepare and present program management reviews as scheduled for internal management and external customers.
• Conduct regularly scheduled, productive, team meetings using best practices in meeting facilitation

Business Relationships:

• Customer
• IMP personnel.
• Program Managers.

Qualifications

Education, Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required. 5-10 years functional experience may substitute

• 1-3 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required

• 1-3 years of management experience is required

• 1-3 years of industry experience is required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required (Unique and Measurable):

• Customer-oriented attitude.
• Strong written and verbal skills are necessary. 
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with demanding customers and foreign personnel on a daily basis.
• Familiarity with computerized management systems such as ERP and PLM and a good handle of MS office products especially Excel and Power point
• Good knowledge of program management methods and Earned Value Management.
• Good knowledge of contracts: fixed price, cost plus and time and material.
• Good skills in time management, facilitation and problem-solving.
• Good skills in the use of MS Office, with emphasis on high level Excel.
• Good ability to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing.
• Good ability to create and give program management review presentations.
• Good ability to negotiate and apply tact and diplomacy with internal/external customers and foreign personnel.
• Good ability to work independently in building and then leading an integrated product team.
• Demonstrated ability to complete programs successfully; within scope, on time, within budget and delivering a quality product to the customer’s satisfaction; at the PM level

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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