Program Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Lone Tree, CO

2d•$131,010 - $180,139•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager I oversees multiple projects supporting SNC business objectives, with responsibility for customer relationships, cost management, scheduling, and technical execution. The role manages programs with budgets up to $20 million, supervises project staff, and serves as the primary customer contact. It also involves business resource planning, risk and opportunity management, stakeholder coordination, and support for the Program Director and Business Operations. The position is within SNC’s Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, which integrates manned and unmanned aircraft systems and provides end-to-end C4ISR capabilities, including design, integration, testing, certification, ground and flight training, and logistics support. The role requires the ability to work in an office or hybrid environment, frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment, effective communication with team members and stakeholders, and occasional travel. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for this clearance-dependent position. The estimated starting salary range is $131,010–$180,138.75, with compensation varying based on factors including skills, experience, education, training, certifications, and location. Annual incentive pay is offered based on performance. SNC offers medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and additional benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for education, with at least nine years of related experience required in the absence of a degree.
At least six years of progressive project or program management experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
At least one year of experience leading teams with three or more cross-functional members.
Higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Experience evaluating requests for proposals and/or quotes, and preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes.
Experience with contract negotiations and different contract types.
Experience managing multiple projects and/or a small program.
Experience serving as the primary customer focal point.
Demonstrated financial acumen to make fiscally sound and responsible decisions.
Ability to coordinate all elements of a program, including program integration management, task coordination, resource development, and stakeholder identification.
Ability to manage lifecycle conflicts, prioritize competing requests, and evaluate available resources.
Leadership ability, including change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, accountability, and conducting yearly reviews.
Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire a team, promote innovative thinking and collaboration, drive results, challenge the status quo, and adapt to changing situations.
Skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and program management disciplines.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the position’s clearance requirement.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; it does not substitute for required experience.
Advanced degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field; it may substitute for one year of required project or program management experience.
Understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
Working knowledge of the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Experience managing projects using Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI), agile, and/or spiral development models.
Familiarity with projects requiring Earned Value Management.
Understanding of application tools and data architectures.
Ability to reinforce use and application of corporate project management tools.
Experience ensuring compliance with approved corporate and ISO 9001:2000 policies and processes.

Responsibilities

Manage the programmatic aspects of multiple assigned projects, focusing on customer relationships, cost, schedule, and technical planning.
Track and report project status, technical execution, and overall program performance.
Supervise program and project staff to support successful outcomes.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers.
Participate in business resource planning and tracking in coordination with corporate entities.
Formulate and lead a team to fulfill program requirements.
Identify, track, and resolve program issues and problems.
Identify, mitigate, track, and manage program risks and opportunities.
Interface on project and program status and develop proposals.
Conduct research and fact-finding for project and program needs.
Coordinate audits and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure initiatives meet cost, budget, and schedule constraints.
Support the Program Director and Business Operations in fulfilling their responsibilities for the Business Area.