Program Manager V

Program Managers are responsible to plan and manage programs relative to attaining cost, schedule, and performance goals. Interface with customers (both internal and external) to communicate requirements such that all parties are working together to achieve the program goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide key technical and programmatic insight to Vice President of Programs and Senior Leadership Team.
• Manage the cost, schedule and requirements of assigned programs.
• Responsible for P&L performance of program.
• Manage program lifecycle: development, engineering, manufacturing & end-of-life.
• Manage customer relationships: voice of the customer (VOC).
• Negotiate key issues with the customer, both financial and program based.
• Working knowledge of risk/opportunity management and defense contract types
• Identify growth opportunities within current programs.
• Develop bid strategy and coordinate bid efforts.
• Expertise in creating, analyzing data and performance metrics to support program decisions
• Analyze financial information relative to bids and program progress.
• Support BDM in customer pursuit and lead generation.
• Key liaison between company and internal/external customers.
• Prepare and supply information for annual sales plans and budgets.
• Travel to support customer and program meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• 4-year degree from an accredited university in Business, Project Management, or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing government programs.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience is required.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to acquire a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Demonstrated analytical problem solving.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of the Defense acquisition and budget process.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, when required.
  
  

In addition, demonstrated capabilities in the following areas will support success in this role:

Critical Responsibilities To Include

• Apply principles of earned value management methods and tools to assess a programs' health including the establishment of an integrated baseline.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of program documentation, requirements, expectations and deliverables, i.e. the RFP, proposal, contract, SOW, assumptions, constraints and CDRLs.
• Ensure Work Breakdown Structures are created and maintained for each assigned program.
• Ensure program schedules are created, monitored and have weekly status updates.
• Adhere to applicable ITAR, TINA, FAR, Export Compliance, EMD, Safety, and Security requirements.
• Apply risk management techniques including mitigation plans and steps to minimize cost, schedule and performance impacts and assess the feasibility of alternative investment approaches.
• Monitor performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor product quality, design and technology to ensure consistency with contractual requirements.
  
  

Additional Experience To Include

• Functional/Technical skills in RF communications systems, Command and Control systems, computers and related applications.
  
  

PMI PMP certification desired!

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel Requirements: Domestic and International

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401k matching program of up to 6%, 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 Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
  
  

Safety

Ensure that all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State, Provincial and Company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, utilize proper personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs.

EEOC Statement

SPARTON provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Accessibility

Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC 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 us at Accessibility@Sparton.com