Leonardo DRS · 17 hours ago
Principal Program Manager - Advanced Concepts
Burnsville, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $215K/yr
10+ years expLeonardo DRS is a leader in naval computing infrastructure and services, and they are seeking a Principal Program Manager for their Advanced Concepts Group. The role involves leading program management functions, ensuring project milestones are met, and collaborating with various teams to enhance business performance.
AerospaceCyber SecurityInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMarine TechnologyNational SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurityTechnical SupportTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for leading the Naval Electronics' Advanced Concept Group's program management function
This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment)
Ensures proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance
Lead and or support bid and proposal activities
Responsibilities are conducted under the guidance of senior level management (Director of Programs, or LOB Lead)
Works closely with Engineering to manage a development program or a project
May need to intercede with Engineering Management to accomplish objectives
Work outcomes may encompass product development, services or both
Manages and ensures the timely completion of specific, defined technical programs or projects
Oversee a team or portion of a program to plan, track and execute project plans from start to completion using specific technical knowledge
Manage and direct the daily execution of multiple programs within contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
Track all program cost, schedules and performance against established program milestones; reporting the status to management stakeholders on a regular basis
Develop and implement recovery plans for yellow and red programs (i.e. schedule, technical performance)
May be required to ensure the overall execution of material on schedule and on budget for a business area
May be required to collaborate on various tasks with various project teams
May be required to various tasks/team/project/Engineering
Ensures program methodologies and the program management directives are followed
Work closely with existing customers, and obtain feedback on the company’s performance
Work closely with business development, marketing and sales to enhance the business portfolio
Manage inventory effectively
Manage internal research and development programs within LOB and/or CO
Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders
Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring
Lead monthly program reviews
Conducts program reviews that identify root-cause and corrective action as well as continuous improvement and financial performance
Work closely with Business Development to provide future opportunities for existing customers and solutions for new customers
Understand and develop methodologies that allow program managers to apply leading verses lagging indicators
Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program lifecycle
May partner with various stakeholders on planning process and system improvements
Develop and understand cash flow management principles
Develop and understand principles of process improvement (i.e. Lean Six Sigma)
Qualification
Required
10+ years relevant experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or Business degree may be preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience depending upon the job discipline
Knowledge of program management tools and procedures
Solid leadership and management skills
Experience throughout the program lifecycle from development through sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
Solid problem solving skills
Strong presentation skills
Experience with managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
Strong oral and written communication skills
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment
Preferred
Program Management certification preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU)
Benefits
Annual performance-based bonuses
Equity awards
Overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable)
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
Parental leave benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Life and disability insurance coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Legal insurance
Wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
Competitive vacation
Health/emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours
Company
Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is a manufacturer and designs advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and high-performance defense technology.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2022-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
David Gross
Co-Founder
Philip Perconti
Chief Technology Officer
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