Senior Program Manager

Job Description

The Senior Program Manager will support a program that focuses on computer network operations to develop offensive and defensive cyber tools as well as driving innovation. Other responsibilities include providing systems and software engineering services in support of R&D, prototyping, and evaluation of emerging technologies.

Position Responsibilities

• Work with the higher level program manager, if applicable, to provide effective and efficient management of the contractor’s effort
• Allocate resources (staffing, facilities, and budgets) on the contract
• Review and propose the Integrated Program Baseline (or resource loaded schedule) to the Government
• Review and approve all earned value, Estimate To Complete, Funds and Manhour Expenditure Report, or other financial reports as appropriate
• Review risk and risk mitigation activities and allocate budgets for the same
• Prepare program status reviews and other formal reviews to be presented to the Government PM
• Review and allocate management reserve within contractual limits
• Ensure the timely recruitment and training of program staff – both direct and indirect
• Review all financial and technical reports before release to the Government
• Ensure cross-discipline integration within the contract to meet Government needs
• Communicate issues and solutions to the Government PM in a timely and transparent manner
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and administrative requirements imposed by the contract in coordination with the Contractor’s contracts staff
• Assist the Government PM by providing input to statutory acquisition reports and responses to Congressional Questions for the Record (QFRs)
• Coordinate the preparation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and value engineering proposals to the Government PM
• Provide Contractor input to the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan reviews or Award Fee reviews, as appropriate

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Program Management. Five (5) years must be within the Intelligence Community.
• Must have at least one (1) year of demonstrated experience in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms such as Earned Value Management.
• Must have a PMP, FAC-P/PM Mid-Level, or DAWIA Level 2 certification in Program Management.
• Must have demonstrated experience in conducting requirements analysis, resource allocation, project costing, deliverable tracking, schedule and financial data monitoring, and reporting.
• Shall be knowledgeable of the guidelines provided by the FAR and DFAR, DoD 5000 series, and ICD 801 policies.
• Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity, as well as experience in leading a multi-vendor environment
• An active TS/SCI with polygraph

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience managing programs with multiple TTOs and customers
• Work performed in government locations and contractor facilities in Annapolis Junction.
• Partial telework available

Salary Range

$145,500.00 - $260,000.00

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• Paid holiday shutdown

Company Overview

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by Dr. Paul MacCready, we have been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Our team developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone.

We design, develop, produce, and support an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems used by U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants.