Deputy Program Manager/Control Account Manager (CAM) - Space Technologies

AeroVironment • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

The Deputy Program Manager / CAM will be responsible for the management of control accounts spanning project development, scope, schedule, and budget. This role demands an in-depth understanding of program management and earned value management (EVM) methodologies, as well as leadership and cross-functional collaboration across diverse project teams. On any given day, the selected candidate may be asked to perform the following: Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned control accounts Negotiate scope of work, documenting outcomes in the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Dictionary and Work Authorization Document (WAD) Negotiate schedules and lump-sum budgets for control accounts, updating the WAD as needed Subdivide control account work and budgets into targeted work packages for optimal division and management Work with program scheduler to prepare and maintain resource-loaded schedules using logical networks of activities required to achieve objectives Ensure resources planned do not exceed work package budgets and identify earned value measurement techniques for activities Document time-phased, resource-loaded scheduled activities, and earned value measurement approaches as the performance measurement baseline Provide weekly insight into remaining durations and resource requirements for ongoing and future work packages Conduct weekly reviews of plans and accomplishments, including progress, variance identification and analysis, and estimate-to-complete assessments Negotiate and monitor significant variance thresholds for control accounts; prepare variance analysis reports as required Develop, implement, and manage corrective actions at the activity level while maintaining baseline integrity Propose and submit baseline changes for scope, schedule, or budget per change control policy Professional Expectations: Use in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge to solve complex problems and lead steps within broader projects, with accountability for ongoing activities and objectives Assess unusual circumstances and employ sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques Enhance relationships with senior internal/external stakeholders, adapting communication styles to various audiences Act as a resource for colleagues and provide guidance in the discipline as required Work independently on critical points, using sound judgment and adapting existing approaches as necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, project management, or related field
• Minimum of 5 -7 years' program management experience, with direct responsibility for scope, schedule, and budget management (control accounts or similar)
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience on DoD or DoE contracts
• Experience in multidisciplinary environments and the ability to lead initiatives to completion
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in engineering, business, project management, or related field
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills (requirements, reports, etc.)
• Proficiency in building and maintaining collaborative relationships to resolve complex issues
• Ability to work independently and with teams, adapting quickly to shifting priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
• Strong customer focus and problem-solving attitude
• Previous experience as a CAM or Program Control Analyst on a large DOD contract
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts and situations to diverse audiences
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned control accounts
• Negotiate scope of work, documenting outcomes in the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Dictionary and Work Authorization Document (WAD)
• Negotiate schedules and lump-sum budgets for control accounts, updating the WAD as needed
• Subdivide control account work and budgets into targeted work packages for optimal division and management
• Work with program scheduler to prepare and maintain resource-loaded schedules using logical networks of activities required to achieve objectives
• Ensure resources planned do not exceed work package budgets and identify earned value measurement techniques for activities
• Document time-phased, resource-loaded scheduled activities, and earned value measurement approaches as the performance measurement baseline
• Provide weekly insight into remaining durations and resource requirements for ongoing and future work packages
• Conduct weekly reviews of plans and accomplishments, including progress, variance identification and analysis, and estimate-to-complete assessments
• Negotiate and monitor significant variance thresholds for control accounts; prepare variance analysis reports as required
• Develop, implement, and manage corrective actions at the activity level while maintaining baseline integrity
• Propose and submit baseline changes for scope, schedule, or budget per change control policy
• Use in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge to solve complex problems and lead steps within broader projects, with accountability for ongoing activities and objectives
• Assess unusual circumstances and employ sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques
• Enhance relationships with senior internal/external stakeholders, adapting communication styles to various audiences
• Act as a resource for colleagues and provide guidance in the discipline as required
• Work independently on critical points, using sound judgment and adapting existing approaches as necessary

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level