Manager, Program Management

Job Description:

Saab, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Program Management to lead a team of Program Managers. Each Program Manager is responsible for a number of customer-facing projects, primarily to deploy critical air traffic management systems and platforms for customers around the world. In this role, you will directly manage a team of approximately 20 individuals. You will work collaboratively within your team & across multiple teams to establish priorities and identify & mitigate risks. You will establish, implement, and refine internal processes, tools, and templates used in the Program Management function. You will ensure the validity of project cost estimates for proposed project, new projects, and ongoing projects. You will be a part of the ATM segment leadership team within the Surveillance Division, and your primary mission will be to ensure that the ATM segment continues to be a predictable, profitable part of the Surveillance Division.

Responsibilities Include:

• Directly managing a team of Program Managers
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Developing less experienced Program Managers
• Defining, implementing, and refining Program Management tools, processes, and methods
• Helping translate Corporate, Division, and Segment goals, objectives, and strategies into actionable plans
• Participating in business forecasting activities
• Identifying, tracking, and mitigating risks for individual projects and more broadly for the team
• Adequately staffing the Program Management team/function
• Coordinating with Program Management teams in other segments
• Occasional external customer interactions may be required

Compensation Range: $161,700-$218,300

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Experience and Skills:

• Degree in business, management, finance, or engineering or related experience
• Project planning, project execution, and project management experience, preferably associated with complex, distributed systems or solutions
• Ability to use advanced knowledge to provide feedback and direction to program managers & their teams
• Proven track record of defining and winning newly proposed contracts (new projects, new customers, follow-on projects, support contracts, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience with international business and projects
• Experience managing various subcontractors
• Strong communication skills & influencing ability

Some limited domestic & international travel may be required; <10%.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.