What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Programs position at SES-Government Solutions?

Job ID : 109372

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers.We are a 3 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Full time Director I Program Management for our Bridgeton, MO location. They will be responsible for leading the Vehicle Protection System (VPS) line of business (LOB) for Land Systems - Platform Systems Integration business segment program management function. This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) of the business segment. This position ensures proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across the business segment. This position will function at a medium level of complexity and independence while reporting to the Land Systems Vice President - Program Management.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for leading the line of business (LOB) and / or Company (CO) program management function. This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) of the LOB and / or CO.
Ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across LOB and / or CO.
Track all program cost, schedules and performance against established program milestones; reporting the status to management stakeholders on a regular basis
Develop and implement recovery plans for yellow and red programs (i.e. schedule, technical performance)
Ensure program methodologies for the LOB and / or CO and the program management directives are followed
Work closely with existing customers, and obtain feedback on the company's performance
Work closely with business development, marketing and sales to enhance the business portfolio
May lead all meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close)
Manage inventory effectively
Manage internal research and development programs within LOB and / or CO.
Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders
Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring

Job Responsibilities Part II

Lead monthly program reviews for the Company or LOB

Conduct program reviews that identify root-cause and corrective action as well as continuous improvement and financial performance

Work closely with Business Development to provide future opportunities for existing customers and solutions for new customers

Understand and implement lean and process improvement principles (i.e. Lean Six Sigma)

Understand and develop methodologies that allow program managers to apply leading verses lagging indicators

Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program life cycle

Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

Engineering or Business degree required. Master's degree preferred but not required.

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience.

Certification in Program Management preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU level 3)

Advanced knowledge of program management tools and procedures

Leadership and management skills, particularly "influence management" and "conflict resolution"

Significant experience throughout the 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 for cost reduction and performance improvement efforts

Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis

Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management

Excellent customer interface skills

Advanced problem solving skills

Excellent presentation skills

Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control

Must have a successful track record in managing complex aerospace / defense programs such as a prime or sub contractor to a domestic or foreign military organization

Must have excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills

Must have a portfolio of programs in which financial objectives (profit, cash flow, revenue, bookings) were achieved

Experience with turnaround programs in which recovery was successful preferred

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9 / 80 program, competitive vacation, health / emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

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. #LSY

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