Program Manager III

AeroVironment•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$80,500 - $123,000

About The Position

The Program Manager III is responsible for executing company programs, including their cost, schedule, and technical performance. The role oversees program life cycles and manages the activities needed to meet business goals and objectives. As the central focal point and authority for one or more programs, the Program Manager serves as the single point of contact for program activities with internal and external customers. The position supports business development and proposal activities, ensures adherence to company policies and processes, and may perform other duties as assigned. Some travel is required, up to 20%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business or an Engineering-related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
8–12 years of experience in Program Management.
Proven track record of running multiple successful projects.
Experience managing firm fixed-price programs and developing risk management and mitigation plans.
Experience in a highly technical environment.
Deep knowledge of project management methods, tools, and processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Project.
Some travel required, up to 20%.
U.S. citizenship required.
Strong verbal and written communication, analytical and strategic thinking, and leadership skills; strong work ethic, honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity.
Ability to interface effectively with internal teams and government and commercial customers, work independently and across cross-functional disciplines, and clearly communicate vision and mission to a team.
Familiarity with the use and application of export licenses for exporting military products to foreign countries.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
Initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives; ownership and responsibility for work products; commitment to learning from mistakes and improving performance; and a focus on teamwork and team success.
Required to sit and stand for long periods, and to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.
Ability to work in an office environment.

Nice To Haves

PMI or equivalent certification.
Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
Experience managing international (ex-U.S.) programs.
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance is strongly desired; the posting also notes a clearance or the ability to obtain one is desired.

Responsibilities

Manage programs throughout their life cycles, ensuring customer alignment and overall customer satisfaction.
Define, implement, and manage program controls and success criteria; identify, analyze, and manage program-level risks.
Coordinate and align project teams and dependencies, and establish, communicate, and manage program priorities.
Align and inform stakeholders about program status and health; lead program meetings and reviews with customers and executive staff.
Develop and maintain program plans, including budgets, Estimates at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications.
Support the creation and maintenance of product requirements.
Manage potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customers of potential impacts.
Actively support the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities.
Assist with or coordinate preparation of cost and technical proposals.
Ensure adherence to company policies and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.