Program Manager II

TCOM, L.P.•Sioux Falls, SD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for program success. In the primary interface with customers and internal management. Integrates and aligns the technical, operations, business, and contract teams for all Stratospheric Balloon and Radar products and related flight/field services. In addition, our Guiding Principles apply to all employees without exception.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field.
5 years related experience; or experience in lieu of education.
Familiarity with EVMS reporting.
Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams toward common goals, provide direction, mentorship, and make effective decisions.
Presentation Skills: Ability to present design concepts and solutions.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for pitching, negotiating, and presenting proposals.
Strategic Thinking: Capacity to think critically, analyze situations, and develop long-term strategies aligning with the company's vision and objectives.
Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying issues, devising solutions, and making decisions under pressure, while considering the impact on the organization.
Team Management: Experience in managing teams, assigning tasks, fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts, and cultivating a cohesive work culture.
Financial Acumen: Understanding financial statements, budgets, and the ability to make informed decisions with a focus on profitability and cost-effectiveness.
Adaptability and Flexibility: Being open to change, adaptable to new technologies, market shifts, and flexible in approaches to achieving objectives.
Decision-Making: Ability to gather and analyze data, weigh options, and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
Project Management: Skills in planning, organizing, and overseeing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
Ethical and Responsible Leadership: Upholding integrity, ethical standards, and promoting a culture of corporate social responsibility and sustainability.
Continuous Learning: Desire to stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing one's emotions and those of others, fostering empathy, and maintaining healthy relationships in the workplace.
Experience navigating the US Government acquisition life cycle phases (requirements, market research, RFP, source selection, pre-award, post-award and execution).
Direct PM experience with US Department of Defense and Intelligence Community (IC) processes, policies and guidance, including a working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
Experience in business financial reporting and forecasting.

Nice To Haves

Program Management Professional (PMP) qualification desired.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all Program activity (cost, schedule, performance) on smaller programs.
Drive projects to meet or exceed expectations for schedule and budget.
Support Program Management Reviews with Aerostar senior leadership.
Responsible for all Program activity for individual tasks or components within larger programs.
Develop and Coordinate SOOs, SOWs, WBS and BOEs for Program Activity.
Support all ERP system project setup (New project creation, charge number management, budget baselines).
Participate in sub-system Build or Buy decisions and provide analysis impacts as appropriate.
Manage budget and deliverables for all Subcontractor/provider activity.
Responsible for adherence to contracts, meeting the requirements, and flowing down specific requirements to subcontractors/suppliers.
Participate in Bid and Proposal Activity by providing initial Basis of Estimate development for Program Management support to all Rough Order of Magnitude Quotations and Quotes.
Grow the company's base of business with existing customers by cultivating deep relationships.