Senior Principal Program Manager

DRS Technologies • Cypress, CA

84d • $159,298 - $247,310

About The Position

DRS Network & Imaging Systems, LLC is seeking a Senior Principal Program Manager to join our team in Cypress, CA. In this role, you will manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements to ensure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met, lead meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close), and provide interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid and proposal activities.

Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or Business degree may be preferred
• Advanced knowledge of program management tools and procedures
• Leadership and management skills, particularly 'influence management' and 'conflict resolution'
• Significant experience throughout the program lifecycle from development through sustainment
• Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting
• Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
• Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must have a portfolio of programs in which financial objectives (profit, cash flow, revenue, bookings) were achieved
• Ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Program Management certification preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU)
• Active/current security clearance preferred
• Prefer experience with turnaround programs in which recovery was successful

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the daily execution of multiple programs within contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
• Responsible for leading the line of business (LOB) and/or Company (CO) program management function, including full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) of the LOB and/or CO
• Ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across LOB and/or CO
• Track all program cost, schedules and performance against established program milestones; reporting the status to management stakeholders on a regular basis
• Develop and implement recovery plans for yellow and red programs (i.e. schedule, technical performance)
• Collaborate on various tasks with various project teams
• Ensure program methodologies for the LOB and/or CO and the program management directives are followed
• Work closely with existing customers, and obtain feedback on the company's performance
• Work closely with business development, marketing and sales to enhance the business portfolio
• Manage inventory effectively
• Manage internal research and development programs within LOB and/or CO
• Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders
• Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring
• Lead monthly program reviews for the Company or LOB
• Conduct program reviews that identify root-cause and corrective action as well as continuous improvement and financial performance
• Work closely with Business Development to provide future opportunities for existing customers and solutions for new customers
• Understand and develop methodologies that allow program managers to apply leading versus lagging indicators
• Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program lifecycle
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company contribution to a health savings account
• Telemedicine
• Life and disability insurance
• Legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• Programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
• Flexible work schedules with 9/80 program
• Competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees