Director Programs

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Germantown, MD

1d•$168,507 - $261,606•Onsite

About The Position

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. This role is responsible for co-leading a program management team for our fast-growing business, including full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) at our Germantown, Maryland site.

Requirements

Engineering or business degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 10 years relevant experience.
Certification in Program Management preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU level 3)
Advanced knowledge of program management tools and procedures
Leadership and management skills, particularly “influence management” and “conflict resolution”
Significant 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 for 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
Excellent customer interface skills
Advanced problem solving skills
Excellent presentation skills
Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
Must have a successful track record in managing complex aerospace/defense programs such as a prime or sub contractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
Must have excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills
Must have a portfolio of programs in which financial objectives (profit, cash flow, revenue, bookings) were achieved
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with turnaround programs in which recovery was successful preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for co-leading a program management team for our fast growing business. This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) at our Germantown, Maryland site.
Will ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across the line of business.
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)
Ensure program methodologies are sound for the and the program management directives are followed
Work closely with internal and external existing customers, and obtain feedback on the company’s performance
Work closely with business development, marketing and sales to enhance the business portfolio
May lead all meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close)
Manage inventory effectively
Manage internal research and development programs as needed
Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders
Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring
Lead monthly program reviews
Conduct 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 implement lean and process improvement principles (i.e. Lean Six Sigma)
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 life cycle
Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits

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
401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
paid parental leave
community service hours