Program Manager III

AeroVironment•Petaluma, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager (PM) III is responsible for the execution of company programs for AeroVIronment’s line of Group 3 UAS and related flight services. The role is accountable for the cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM oversees program life-cycle and manages all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Acting as the central focal point and authority for one or more Programs' execution, the PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in Program Management
Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
Managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
Experience in a highly technical environment
Knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
Basic familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project)
Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
A strong communicator able to articulate vision/mission to team
Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
ITAR U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.

Nice To Haves

PMI (or equivalent) certification is desired
Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is preferred
Managing of International (ex-US) programs is desired
Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance desired
Experience in earned value management.

Responsibilities

Management of the program throughout the program's life- cycle
Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction
Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria
Identify, analyze, and manage all program-level risk
Establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities
Manages Programs using integrated, resource-loaded master schedule.
Manages resources and priorities based on risk and program critical path
Aligns and informs stakeholders of program status and health
Leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
Develop and maintain program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
Support the creation and maintenance of product requirements
Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
Actively support the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals.
Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes
Other duties as assigned