Program Manager IV

FRONTGRADE TECHNOLOGIES • Town of Smithtown, NY

2d • $127,457 - $159,321

About The Position

For more than six decades, the skilled thinkers, makers, and doers at Frontgrade have embraced our mission to solve complex technology challenges across the U.S. and around the globe. We’re the leading provider of high reliability and radiation assured solutions for defense, space, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications, and our products are designed to perform in the harshest of environments. From human spaceflight and space exploration to missile defense, electronic warfare, and healthcare tech advancements, our talented team stays in lockstep with our customers to ensure the success of their missions. Do you want to help shape the future? In an environment where innovation and ideas go hand-in-hand? Then come join the Frontgrade Team! Why Work For Us We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond. Overview The Program Manager IV manages the overall execution of the project and coordination of the project team by communicating with stakeholders, managing project reporting on deliverables, supporting project delivery and aligning with the company’s overall goals. The ideal candidate is someone who has transitioned their career from a technical field such as engineering to program management.

Requirements

• Strong background in engineering or other technical field, preferably 5+ years
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience combined between program management and a technical field
• Extensive experience in NPI programs
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition to this job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you must be able to obtain an U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred candidate has experience in an engineering leadership role
• Applicable experience in lieu of a Degree may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Administer the project risk management process and prepare risk management plans
• Analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare bid estimates for projects
• Assess, plan, and engage project resources as needed throughout the life of the project
• Communicate the project plan, including objectives and responsibilities, to the project team
• Communicate with the customers and the project team, and conduct project meetings
• Drive project delivery and ensure excellence in project deliverables
• Maintain a project risk register and ensure that the project risk profile is accurate and current
• Manage and oversee all aspects of customer service including scheduling

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Medical (FSA + HSA), Dental, and Vision
• Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 regular and 2 floating)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
• Profit Sharing Plan applies to all non-Annual Incentive Plan and non-Sales Incentive Plan employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees