Program Manager II
About The Position
Vitesse Systems is looking for a Program Manager II to join the team in Harbor City, California! As Program Manager, you will be responsible for inspiring and uniting a team to innovate and deliver extraordinary antenna solutions, all within the customer’s parameters. About Vitesse Systems Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute. Our Core Values Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree. Bachelor’s Degree may be substituted by 3 years of commensurate experience in an aerospace engineering and manufacturing environment.
- At least 3 years of experience in a role responsible for technical project management and/or subcontracts administration; within the aerospace sector highly desired.
- Experience managing complex and multifaceted projects in either an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project.
- Experience with identifying and mitigating technical program risks.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an authentic desire to build relationships, share knowledge, and positively impact.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and direct all major program phases – including sales support/proposal development.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer and strongly advocate for their needs within the organization.
- Negotiate customer requirements to fit within company capabilities and objectives.
- Generate and communicate detailed program plans, budgets, timelines, and resources to internal stakeholders and customers.
- Monitor program progress. Fast-track critical path activities to ensure on-time delivery. Control cost escalations to ensure profitable execution.
- Manage scope changes and plan re-baselining.
- Delegate to ensure full compliance for varying contractual requirements, including purchase orders, statements of work, technical specifications, procurement flow-downs, quality clauses, and commercial terms & conditions.
- Clarify and manage ambiguous requirements and communications.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks.
- Coordinate solutions to balance customer needs with organizational priorities, resources, and capabilities.
- Meet objectives through forecasting and communicating requirements based on information available.
- Actively status all stakeholders on program progress, milestones, budgets, schedules, compliance, and other critical information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
- Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
- 401K Employer Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
- Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
- Generous Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
