What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Ultra Electronics?
Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.
Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.
As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.
We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.
Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Program Manager to oversee and manage complex defense projects from inception through completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the defense industry, with a proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The Program Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and Customers, ensuring all project goals are met while maintaining compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the primary customer contact.
- Successfully manage similar or related programs for a business stream achieving customer requirements along with meeting the business goals of schedule, budget, deliveries, risk management and winning new/follow on business.
- Define project milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics in alignment with Customer needs and expectations.
- Oversee the execution of multiple projects, ensuring they stay within scope, timeline, and budget.
- Monitor program performance against plan, cost and delivery, and identify appropriate corrective actions by conducting periodic cost, schedule, performance and risk reviews.
- Prioritize, identify and obtain the required resources, including facilities, tools and personnel to achieve successful project execution.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact project timelines or outcomes.
- Proactively resolve project issues by working with internal teams and external partners.
- Supply accurate cost and schedule information in the preparation of bids and reports.
- Provide effective leadership, manage all customer interfaces, and communicate effectively to Senior Management, team members and peers to establish a common understanding of Program Scope and plan for successful program execution
- Motivate the team by communicating a shared vision, providing direction, setting goals and mentoring, creating a team environment that encourages people to work towards common objectives
- Carry out other duties that may reasonably be required by the Program Director in support of department activities
- Experience in new product implementation new product development.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
- 2 years of experience in program management.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Strong written, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Attention to detail and problem solving-skills.
- This position requires either a US Person or a non-US Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.
Desired Skills:
- Experienced Project Manager with a successful track record in setting up and executing full project lifecycle, including concept, launch, product development, transition to production, product delivery and in service support.
- Educated to degree level in Business/Engineering.
- Excellent leadership, delegation and teamwork skills with a collaborative mindset.
- Excellent communication, influencing and persuading skills at all levels in the business.
- High commercial and business awareness, customer focus and sales orientation.
- Resilient – able to operate effectively under stretching project constraints, pressure and always displays sound judgement
- Experience of managing multi-disciplined projects with a focus on systems engineering and integration and/or manufacturing is highly desirable.
- A background in Maritime / Defense industry would be advantageous.
- Ability to travel.
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The expected compensation for this role is between $100,000-$120,000 annually. Please note, this is the expected compensation however, Ultra Maritime considers many factors in determining compensation prior to offer, such as: responsibilities and scope of role, candidate's work experience and education related to position, applicable certifications or trainings, business and market conditions.
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more!
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email
careers@ultra-us-gbs.com
Company: Ultra Maritime
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
