Program Manager

Aevex • Dayton, OH

48d

About The Position

Program Manager 2 is a mid-level role responsible for overseeing and managing multiple projects within an organization by working closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, develop project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress. They ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Essential Functions Provide expertise exhibiting a depth of knowledge across operations to include development, engineering, production, test and technical management disciplines for which they are assigned. Work directly with the customer to determine project requirements, develop a work plan, execute the work. Act as the hiring manager as needed for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of all candidates. Ensure projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety and compliance. Ensure all personnel meet/exceed professional standards and embrace the AEVEX culture. Effectively communicate expectations and develop innovative strategies to enhance organizational capabilities that support operational priorities and requirements. Advise senior executives on all programs, policies, and functions to include development, engineering, production, test and management of technical employees. Cultivate strong relationships with peers, subordinates, and customers while providing leadership and technical advice to strategic and operational business planning. Be an agile and adaptive leader who consistently meets challenges head-on and ensures organizational success by building effective professional relationships with senior executives and peers. Facilitate alignment and achievement of strategy objectives and performance goals across the company. Manage all aspects of assigned programs to include costs, schedules, and performance. Integrate industry best practices and meet or exceed program financial goals. Work with Director of Programs and the Growth Team to identify future opportunities for existing customers and support capture and solutioning for new efforts and existing programs. Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program life cycle. Assist the Growth Team as subject matter expert to develop technical solutions during the proposal process. May be responsible for managing a team of SME’s during the development of the technical volume. Develops and maintains strong working relationships both internally and externally, and positively represents the organization Perform other duties as assigned. Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]. Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices. Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of US Military and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to develop and mentor/ others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suites (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Project
• Strong relationship building and negotiation skills.
• Detail oriented with strong planning, organizational, project management, and analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Always demonstrates Professionalism and Integrity
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited University (MS or MBA preferred).
• Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification or DAWIA Level 2.
• 10 or more years Program/Project Management experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise exhibiting a depth of knowledge across operations to include development, engineering, production, test and technical management disciplines for which they are assigned.
• Work directly with the customer to determine project requirements, develop a work plan, execute the work.
• Act as the hiring manager as needed for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of all candidates.
• Ensure projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety and compliance.
• Ensure all personnel meet/exceed professional standards and embrace the AEVEX culture.
• Effectively communicate expectations and develop innovative strategies to enhance organizational capabilities that support operational priorities and requirements.
• Advise senior executives on all programs, policies, and functions to include development, engineering, production, test and management of technical employees.
• Cultivate strong relationships with peers, subordinates, and customers while providing leadership and technical advice to strategic and operational business planning.
• Be an agile and adaptive leader who consistently meets challenges head-on and ensures organizational success by building effective professional relationships with senior executives and peers.
• Facilitate alignment and achievement of strategy objectives and performance goals across the company.
• Manage all aspects of assigned programs to include costs, schedules, and performance.
• Integrate industry best practices and meet or exceed program financial goals.
• Work with Director of Programs and the Growth Team to identify future opportunities for existing customers and support capture and solutioning for new efforts and existing programs.
• Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program life cycle.
• Assist the Growth Team as subject matter expert to develop technical solutions during the proposal process.
• May be responsible for managing a team of SME’s during the development of the technical volume.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships both internally and externally, and positively represents the organization
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Benefits

• AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees