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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 2 weeks ago

Program Manager II (Active Clearance Required)

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems and other advanced technologies. The Program Manager II will manage programs of varying complexity, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule performance while driving business growth on assigned programs.

ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Defines program/project objectives, creates, and maintains program plan/schedule, and directly manages program budget to meet established company and customer objectives

Issues project instructions and controls changes to project scope and designs in compliance with established quality system

Ensures that the program/project team achieves objectives for scheduling, engineering, quality, and cost control

Breaks work down into manageable tasks required to meet the objectives of the program/project and customer, which includes the assigning and/or directing the work of others

Ensures satisfaction of all contractual and Statement of Work (SOW) requirements

Establishes a risk management program, and ensures all risks are mitigated

Reports program status and performance, as required by contract or management

Interfaces with the customer and other company personnel on technical, production, and procurement issues

Coordinates the cost estimates (labor & material) associated with out of scope activities or future work

Responsible for managing root cause analysis efforts on nonconforming product for assigned projects; troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action

Keeps customers informed of program schedules and status

Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data, using computer

Coordinates and leads meetings as required to plan and communicate all aspects of assigned projects

Works with other internal departments to develop a resource allocation plan

Establishes the earned value baseline

Establishes and monitors program metrics

Grows existing programs to increase revenues

Monitors program performance, formulates and takes corrective actions to mitigate deviations to the program plans and alert management of potential problems when necessary

Coordinates with multiple major contractors and/or Government user

Supports subcontractor development efforts, including delivery management

Works within the company to ensure program quality assurance performance

Manages the integration and testing of hardware and software

Works with other internal program managers to help develop a mutual resource allocation plan

Works with contracts personnel to identify out of scope activities and ensure contract deliverables are met

Oversees the receipt, assembly, test, and quality of deliverable hardware to customers

Follows safety precautions

Communicates and represents the Company professionally with all levels of internal and external personnel

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Program Management Professional CertificationEarned Value Management (EVM)FAR/DFARBachelor’s degree in EngineeringBusinessLeadership experience in aerospaceCustomer relationship skillsISO9001/AS9100Problem-solving skillsTeam buildingTechnical guidanceCommunication skillsPresentation skills

Required

This position requires an active Secret Clearance with reinvestigation within the last five years

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards

Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors

Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary

Ability to adhere to workplace rules and procedures

Understanding of and experience working with FAR/DFAR and Contract requirements

A high degree of innovation and creativity

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent customer relationship development and management skills

Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functionally to meet program/project requirements

Demonstrated strong communication and presentation skills

Proven track record in a high variety, low volume manufacturing environment

Knowledge of the marketplace and customer needs, objectives, and expectations

Ability to provide effective direction, leadership, and team building

Demonstrated abilities to plan, prioritize and delegate work assignments

Skills and abilities to provide technical and administrative guidance for activities in defined scope of responsibilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors

Ability to develop program strategy and goals in alignment with overall company objectives

Solid presentation skills and the ability to communicate, influence, and gain commitment of stakeholders

Ability to work well in a team, and to shine as an individual

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Program Management Professional Certification

Detailed understanding of doing business with the US Gov't and DoD customer especially with aerial target systems or flight operations

5 years Program Management experience, ideally in support of Department of Defense contracts

In lieu of the educational requirements, a minimum of 10 years directly related Program Manager experience in support of DoD contracts may be considered