Program Manager

Greenpoint Technologies•Bothell, WA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and oversees activities related to execution of a contract or contract subset. Provides a single point of contact for program related inquiries. Facilitates interdepartmental cohesiveness between engineering, certification, supply chain and operations and coordinates the activities of other companies, vendors or individuals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Engineering or a related discipline
a minimum of 6 years relevant experience and/or training.
Aerospace background and aircraft interior industry experience required.
Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes.
Ability to meet high expectations for meeting strict schedule, budget, and customer Statement of Work requirements.
Ability to adapt to tailored processes designed for prototype engineering and integration.
Broad and diverse knowledge of multiple disciplines with a high degree of complexity.
Working familiarity with technical and contract requirements management process
Ability to work well independently and cross-functionally as part of an established and growing team.
Strong organization, communication, time-management and problem-solving skills.
Must possess broad technical and certification knowledge.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management or project teams.
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Demonstrated experience with Accounting, Database and Project Management software.
Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Demonstrated effective usage of risk & opportunity management process
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time, use hands to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and have close/color vision ability to adjust focus.
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to work outside of core business hours as required.

Responsibilities

Provides the customer with a direct point of contact for contracts which are technical and prototype in nature.
Responsible for comprehending the Statement of Work and contract for assigned projects and ensuring that both GTI and the client comply with both.
Responsible for ensuring that assigned small- to mid-scale projects progress on schedule within budget and meet or exceed quality standards; this may include post-delivery support.
Responsible for communicating concise and comprehensive program statuses and priorities to the program team.
Utilizes Earned Value Management System (EVMS) within program status updates and performance analysis and creates recommendations for action.
Organizes and facilitates contractual coordination and milestone meetings.
Responsible for the financial performance of assigned work packages and control accounts.
Participates in, and guides, Change Order process and activity to approved thresholds for assigned projects.
Keeps the client and executive management informed of the current status of all significant aspects of each assigned project through program reviews, status reports, meetings, etc.
Facilitates inter- and intra-departmental coordination to support project requirements.
Facilitates team cohesiveness through strong communication, unity of purpose and commitment.
Provides planning and leadership which will minimize problems or conflicts and provide leadership in developing team-based solutions to problems as they arise.
Coordinates with internal departments to ensure that the activities of other companies, vendors or individuals support project requirements.
Oversees Modification Center activity and schedules.
May negotiate revised delivery dates, costs or other proposal/contract parameters.
Facilitates a positive relationship with customers.
Maintains regular attendance including being at work, being on time to work and working full shifts.
Other duties as assigned.