Program Manager

HDT•Fredericksburg, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

BLADE (HDT) is seeking a Program Manager to support recently awarded contracts. This role is responsible for ensuring schedule, performance, and risk reduction goals are being met. This role leads all program-related meetings and integrated product teams (IPTs) from kickoff through project closure. The Program Manager serves as the primary liaison between internal and external stakeholders for active contracts and bid and proposal efforts. The position is located at our Fredericksburg, VA facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field required
Minimum of 3 years of experience across all phases of the program lifecycle, including proposal development, requirements decomposition, subcontract management, risk management, and process improvement
Proven track record managing complex aerospace or defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to domestic or foreign military organizations
Demonstrated success in achieving financial objectives, including profit and loss (P&L), cash flow, revenue, and bookings
Applicants must be U.S. Persons or must be eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification or equivalent is preferred
Experience with Agile project management is preferred

Responsibilities

Manages and directs the execution of contract requirements, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and performance objectives
Leads all meetings and IPTs throughout the program lifecycle
Acts as the primary interface for communication and coordination with customers and internal teams regarding contract execution and business development opportunities
Participates in bid and proposal activities, ensuring compliance with request for proposal (RFP) requirements and supporting proposal documentation.
Identifies and pursues new business opportunities in collaboration with Business Development
Represents the company in program reviews, meetings, seminars, and industry events
Prepares for and engage in contract and subcontract negotiations while ensuring compliance with government regulatory requirements
Develops and implements project plans and schedules, managing budgets for labor, materials, travel, and purchased service
Provides senior management with regular program status updates, including cost, schedule, and risk assessments
Identifies, assesses, monitors, and mitigates risks throughout the program lifecycle, obtaining senior management approval when necessary
Implements root cause and corrective action (RCCA) plans to address deviations from budgets and schedules
Supports Earned Value Management (EVM) assessments and conducts variance analysis of cost and schedule performance.
Serves as the primary customer interface, resolving contract-related issues and coordinating with Contracts Administration on contract changes and compliance matters
Ensures contract execution adheres to applicable regulations and company policies, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Provides leadership to the program team, fostering communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution
Oversees inventory management and internal research and development (IRAD) projects
Drives timely program closeout, ensuring all obligations are fulfilled and documentation is properly archived
Develops and applies leading and lagging program performance indicators
Implements program planning principles, including Bill of Materials (BOM) and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development
Utilizes Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement methodologies to enhance program efficiency
Manages program cash flow effectively
Travel as required to support program objectives