Program Manager II

Elbit America-posted about 15 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Fort Worth, TX
1,001-5,000 employees
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The LPHUD Program Manager (PMII) is a mid-level program management position. Working with minimal supervision of a more senior program leader, the LPHUD PM has responsibility for ensuring the planning and performance of the ACS LPHUD product production, sustainment, and support. PM is responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance of assigned programs and for using that successful execution to drive future growth. The Program Manager is responsible for effective customer communication, with minimal oversight from senior program leadership, to proactively respond to the customer, and gain customer trust by meeting commitments and quality standards. This position will be required to forecast sales, new business, and gross profit on their programs, needed to meet the operational goals of the business unit. The Program Manager will direct program teams or Integrated Product Teams in achieving excellence in program execution through the use of Earned Value and/or other techniques to identify program issues and monitor program performance. This role will report to the ACS Program Director and based in Talladega. Travel will be required periodically to customer sites or affiliate sites (in Israel).

  • Manage the LP HUD product for the ACS Program, reporting to the ACS Program Director
  • Ensure alignment between Elbit America, ELOP, and ESL on LPHUD production and sustainment
  • Develop Monthly Sustainment and Production LP HUD Delivery plan and ensure all key contributors (Operations / Supply / Quality / Engineering) are aligned and execute to that plan.
  • Develop, maintain, and brief LP HUD Sustainment LOB to internal and external (Boeing) Customer for all LP HUD repaired in Talladega & ELOP; including the overall repair process and subcomponent repairs
  • Develop, maintain, and brief LP HUD Production LOB to internal and external (Boeing) Customer for all LP HUD Produced in Talladega & ELOP; including overall production process and subcomponent including End user licensing and obsolescence MGMT
  • Assist in production transition with boots on ground where needed. Align stakeholder functions (Operations / Supply / Quality / Engineering)
  • Prepare reports / presentations on a weekly basis and be prepared to brief Boeing and internal customers
  • Ensure CWTs are in place to execute both Sustainment and Production deliveries
  • Be forward thinking and identify / mitigate risk to the Sustainment and Production Programs as events come to light.
  • Manage & provide inputs for Repair Support proposals and Production proposals.
  • Oversee Accountability to ensure RCCA completions for LP HUD
  • Holds self and team accountable for high performance standards and coaches the team to effectively manage changing priorities.
  • Understands and effectively communicates program objectives to the team. Relates how the program supports the strategic plans of the Company and Business Area, and fosters strategic thinking.
  • Leads the development of detailed project or program plans through the application of company Policies and Procedures and Program Management industry best practices.
  • Leads assigned project teams in accordance with specific program plans to achieve program delivery and quality goals.
  • Prepares and interprets Risk and Opportunity analyses and financial reports to anticipate problems and take corrective action to prevent/mitigate problems, and plan for management reserves.
  • Working with finance and Business Area leadership, prepares forecasts of new business, sales, and gross profit for annual operating plans for assigned programs. Establishes program budgets and holds Control Account Managers responsible for adherence.
  • Identifies continuous improvement opportunities to meet customer requirements by fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative workforce.
  • Builds, develops, and maintains close customer relationships, anticipates customer needs, creatively addresses customer issues, and continually pursues open communications to strategically expand the business.
  • Assures customer satisfaction in terms of product performance, delivery, cost and contracted scope as the primary point of contact for the customer.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide Business Area leadership and customer with sufficient details of program performance, risk assessments, and identification of opportunities for improvement; understands importance of providing recommended solutions to solve problems.
  • Coordinates with marketing personnel and assists in the preparation and implementation of marketing plans and proposals.
  • Assists in the development of contract negotiation strategies with customers, suppliers, and affiliates to achieve financial objectives. Understands contractual obligations, communicates contractual requirements to stakeholders and ensures these obligations are met by proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
  • Plans and executes programs per contractual obligations, directly and/or indirectly managing the performance of multiple suppliers, affiliates, or peer organizations.
  • Conducts periodic internal and external program reviews to monitor program execution, keep management informed, and collect performance feedback, risk assessment inputs, and identification of opportunities for improvement. Create, maintain and present Program Scorecards.
  • In coordination with Operations and Engineering, ensures design for manufacturability efforts and smooth transition to production for development programs occur as part of the program plan.
  • Supports technical discussions, both internally and externally, to ensure all technical requirements are met.
  • Acts as a steward for all company policies and best practices to achieve program quality goals.
  • Perform other job-related tasks assigned by manager.
  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • 3+ years of functional experience is required
  • 3-5 program management experience
  • Critical thinker who is able to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information effectively.
  • Ability to create and maintain constructive customer relationships.
  • Basic understanding of industry trends and our customers and competitors’ strategies, strengths and weaknesses.
  • Knowledge or experience in the applicable technical area or product line.
  • Experience with leading teams through the five phases of the project management framework (Initiate, Plan, Execute, Monitor & Control, Close).
  • Demonstrated ability to complete projects or programs on time, within scope and budget while delivering a quality product to the customer with a high level of satisfaction.
  • Exhibits future growth potential.
  • Ability to manage, with oversight, disciplined internal processes in alignment with industry standard tools and holding others accountable for the following: Earned value management, Program Planning, Risk Management, Requirements Management.
  • Demonstrated understanding of and ability to hold others accountable for the following: Earned value management, Program Planning, Risk Management, Requirements Management.
  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of program budgeting process.
  • Experience in negotiations, collaborative problem solving, conflict management, meeting facilitation skills, and applying tact and diplomacy with internal/external customers and foreign personnel.
  • Experience using contract lifecycle management process to review/approve contract changes.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing program scope based on customer requirements, expectations, and required deliverables (e.g., proposals, contracts, statement of work).
  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing. with demonstrated ability to create and give program management review presentations.
  • Ability to lead program teams through influence.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently in building and leading an integrated product team.
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Outlook, and Project applications.
  • PMP® Certification Preferred
  • Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
  • Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
  • Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
  • Flexible Vacation & PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
  • Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
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