Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager, TS/SCI - Defense Search

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Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.

Immediate opening for a Senior Program Manager, TS/SCI in Dayton, OH who possesses:

• Must have an active TS/SCI DoD clearance
• 12 years of project/program management within the defense industry, experience with projects for the Air Force is preferred
• Bachelor's degree required, PMP certification or DAWIA level 2 certification required
• Must have experience with project management from sale to manufacturing
• Experience within the RF industry is a huge plus

Email resumes to trent@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.376.5078

FULL DESCRIPTION: A Senior Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing multiple projects within an organization. They develop and execute program strategies, set project goals and objectives, allocate resources, and ensure successful project delivery. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate with stakeholders, and monitor project progress to ensure timely completion and achievement of desired outcomes. Additionally, Senior Program Managers may also provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to other program managers and project teams.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Provide expertise exhibiting a depth of knowledge across operations to include operational, engineering, maintenance, system test and technical management disciplines for which they are assigned.
• Work directly with the customer to determine project requirements, develop a work plan, execute the work.
• Act as the hiring manager for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of all candidates.
• Ensure projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety and compliance.
• Ensure all personnel meet/exceed professional standards and embrace the company culture.
• Effectively communicate expectations and develop innovative strategies to enhance organizational capabilities that support operational priorities and requirements.
• Advise senior executives on all programs, policies, and functions to include operations, readiness, training, recruiting, and management of technical employees.
• Cultivate strong relationships with peers, subordinates, and customers while providing leadership and technical advice to strategic and operational business planning.
• Be an agile and adaptive leader who consistently meets challenges head-on and ensures organizational success by building effective professional relationships with senior executives and peers.
• Facilitate alignment and achievement of strategy objectives and performance goals across the company.
• Manage all aspects of assigned programs to include costs, schedules, and performance.
• Integrate industry best practices and meet or exceed program financial goals.
• Work with Director of Programs and the Growth Team to identify future opportunities for existing customers and support capture and solutioning for new efforts and existing programs.
• Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program life cycle.
• Assist the Growth Team as subject matter expert to develop technical solutions during the proposal process. May be responsible for managing a team of SME's during the development of the technical volume.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships both internally and externally, and positively represents the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies the company's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

The selected candidate will also possess:

• In-depth knowledge of US Military and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to develop and mentor/coach others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
• Strong relationship building and negotiation skills.
• Detail oriented with strong planning, organizational, project management, and analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Demonstrates Professionalism and Integrity at all times.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work at a faster than average pace, with little guidance.
• Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day-to-day function of the department.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
• Champions the company's culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
• Coaches, mentors, engage and develop the team, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and learning opportunities.
• Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and appropriate email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited University (MS or MBA preferred).
• Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification or DAWIA Level 2.
• 15 or more years Program/Project Management experience.
• Strong knowledge of and relationships with industry and governmental individuals and organizations throughout the Dayton area.
• Must have an active Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Salary Range: $160k-$180k/yr

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to trent@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.376.5078

More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com