Program Manager - Engineering Development

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.Job SummaryThe Program Manager - Engineering Development works closely with Engineering to manage a development program or a project. The incumbent may need to intercede with Engineering Management to accomplish objectives. Work outcomes may encompass product development, services or both. The Program Manager manages and ensures the timely completion of specific, defined technical programs or projects. This position oversees a team or portion of a program to plan, track and execute project plans from start to completion using specific technical knowledge. This Program Manager manages and directs the daily execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met, and may lead or support all meetings and the integrated product and/or project team (kick-off through project close). This position provides interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts. The Program Manager also leads and/or supports bid and proposal activities. Responsibilities are conducted under the guidance of senior level management (Director of Programs, or LOB Lead).

Requirements

5+ years of relevent experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (MBA preferred)
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
Exposure to 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
Exposure to earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
Exposure to finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
Strong customer interface skills
Solid problem solving skills
Strong presentation skills
Exposure to 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
Program Management certification required (i.e. PMP or DAU)
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

May require 5+ year in the in DoD program and/or materials management and in production manufacturing operation utilizing MRP/ERP depending upon the job discipline
May require knowledge of DoD FAR procurement regulations
May require knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of electro-mechanical assembly operations, bills of material, demand material planning, and the supply chain purchasing process

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
Lead all meetings and the integrated product team from kick-off through project close
Provide interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts
Participate as a team member or leader on bid and proposal activities. Ensure that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals for existing customers
Actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development
Represent management at program reviews, meetings, seminars, etc.
Prepare for and participate in contract/subcontract negotiations. While representing Company’s interests, assure that all government regulatory guidance is adhered to
Develop and implement plans and schedules to execute contracts/subcontracts. Allocate and control contract budgets for labor, material, travel and purchased services. Regularly report program status to senior management
Formally identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risk throughout the program life cycle. Obtains management approval prior to making decisions that will cause deterioration of established program, cost and schedule objectives.
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 changes
Notify and seek senior management assistance in resolving schedule and budget problems as they arise. Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident
Perform variance analysis of schedule and cost on a formal and informal basis and present them to senior management (i.e. earned value management system)
Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution. Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer
Coordinate with Contracts Administration on issues pertaining to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations.
Assure the contract requirements are executed in accordance with appropriate regulations and Company policies and procedures (i.e. federal acquisition regulations)
Provide leadership to program or project team. Assures communication and cooperation among team members and resolves areas of conflict
Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly recorded
Understand and develop leading verses lagging indicators
Develop and execute program corrective action strategies
May partner with various stakeholders on planning process and system improvements
Develop and understand principles of program planning. Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields
Develop and understand cash flow management principles
Develop and understand principles of process improvement (i.e. Lean Six Sigma)
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits

competitive salaries
comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
a company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
life and disability insurance
legal insurance
a 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