Senior Manager, Program Control

AeroVironment•Germantown, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Program Control position requires a strategic leader who is proficient in program control methodologies and has a keen understanding of the complexities inherent within aerospace programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the program controls function, ensuring that all projects are executed within budget and timeline constraints while meeting our rigorous quality standards. As a Sr. Manager, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, and project management, to provide critical insights and data-driven recommendations that will shape our operational strategies. Your leadership will be vital in guiding your team to implement best practices in program scheduling, cost control, and performance monitoring.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience required.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a leadership role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to speak and write persuasively
Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams; ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
Takes ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree, MBA or MS is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Delegating responsibilities and supervising business operations
Hiring, training, motivating and coaching employees as they provide attentive, efficient service to customers, assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities.
Resolving conflicts or complaints from customers and employees.
Analyzing information and processes and developing more effective or efficient processes and strategies.
Generating reports and presenting information to upper-level managers or other parties.
Ensuring staff members follow company policies and procedures.
Other duties to ensure the overall health and success of the business.
Other duties as assigned