Program Manager

Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc • Des Plaines, IL

28d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Kranze Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced Program Manager who has a technical and integration background with a solid understanding of developing battle-space CONOPS and mission oriented solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in a S.T.E.M. related field with 5+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional engineering teams to include systems, mechanical, electrical and software fields
• Ability to travel
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance, for which the United States Government requires United States citizenship
• Proven execution of complex technical programs while maintaining cost and schedule
• Demonstrated integration experience of various military systems (ideally of aircraft systems)
• Experience with the Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) Process and the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Process
• Experience with key program milestones to include Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR) and Production Readiness Review (PRR)
• Working knowledge of the FARs/DFAR/ITAR and other related regulation
• Experience working with DCAA and DCMA
• Experience with business capture and supporting proposal activities
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Military experience and connections within Patuxent River, MD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish a technical program organization that effectively addresses performance requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external organizations
• Lead and direct cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to meet program schedule, cost, and technical performance criteria
• Manage CDRL process including creation, review and/or submission
• Maintain cost and schedule performance using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar tools
• Cultivate customer relationships to further business opportunities
• Develop and deliver presentations to customers, senior management, and other program stakeholders
• Work with suppliers to ensure compliance with program objectives
• Support contract proposals and negotiations to include generation of products such as Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Basis of Estimate (BOE)
• Manage Quote/Funding ROM process including creation, review and/or submission

Benefits

• Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
• Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• Paid Overtime
• Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities to travel
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Casual and relaxed work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees