Program Manager V (Aerospace)

Voyager Technologies • Folsom, CA

4d • $180,405 - $310,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager V for Defense & National Security manages all phases of program execution. The role develops program-management documentation, including monthly status reports, PDR/CDR materials, program plans, program-management CDRLs, and presentations for technical teams, management, subcontractors, and customers. The position reports to the Director of Advanced Technology Programs and is part of the Science & Technologies department. It is based in Reno, Nevada, and is onsite or hybrid. Travel is up to 25% to customer locations.

The role is responsible for project scope, schedule, budget, and project-level profit and loss; ensuring resources and staff are available and appropriately directed; meeting program deliverables; identifying and escalating risks and issues; serving as the primary customer contact; and supporting follow-on and new business opportunities. It also involves adherence to internal program-management processes and participation in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving meetings.

The position requires a current DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level. Applicants must be U.S. citizens for clearance purposes and meet applicable U.S. Person/export-control eligibility requirements. The stated good-faith base salary range is $180,405–$310,400; compensation depends on experience, skills, and location and excludes benefits and bonus/incentive compensation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• 20 or more years of program-management experience, including 10–15 years managing Department of Defense propulsion-related programs.
• Direct experience generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, and Earned Value Management.
• Direct experience managing large subcontracts.
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Experience managing programs for U.S. Government customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Project.
• Willingness to seek out and assume increasing responsibilities as workload changes.
• Ability to multitask in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level; U.S. citizenship is required for this clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Person and eligible to obtain required export authorizations under applicable U.S. export regulations.
• Able to travel up to 25%, including possible overnight travel within the continental United States.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree with an emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience managing rocket propulsion defense system programs.
• Experience managing Missile Defense Agency programs with MAP/PMAP requirements.
• Experience performing business-development activities directly with funding customer offices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor projects to maintain scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage project-level profit and loss.
• Define, generate, and review project-management materials.
• Ensure required engineering, manpower, production, and facility resources are available for the program.
• Work with assigned project staff to guide budgeting and program execution.
• Work with project staff to ensure program deliverables are met satisfactorily.
• Work with VTS management to identify program risks and issues early, elevate them proactively, and ensure appropriate action.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for project information.
• Pursue follow-on and new business opportunities directly with customers.
• Ensure adherence to internal Program Management processes.
• Participate in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving meetings.
• Contribute to proposals for follow-on work.
• Travel up to 25% to customer locations, including possible overnight travel within the continental United States.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families; the company covers a significant portion of premiums, and many benefits are paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with more than 12,700 nationwide options, plus free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Competitive total compensation package, including salary and potential bonus/incentive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior