Senior Program Manager - Aviation

Smiths Group-posted 9 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Edgewood, MD
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Senior Program Manager for our Defense segment will oversee coordination, management, and execution of all program activities to include Civil Works scoping, management and execution, delivery of products and/or services, demonstration of customer specification performance and quality, scope management, cost management, scheduling, resourcing, risk management, and realization of revenue and profit during the entire lifecycle of a program or project.

  • Leads and is responsible for all contract requirement deliverables, to include all design, testing, installation and training elements of the program and/or order/project.
  • Works directly with Key Government Representatives and/or their Prime Contractor(s) to drive Program Compliance, Submittal of funding requests, billing, contract modifications, creation of White Papers.
  • Experience with development of a PM plan, defining scope, planning, developing cost and risk plans, procurement, manufacturing, performing QC, testing, delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries, and working the program through final payment.
  • Develops and manages process for issues identification and resolution. Appropriately escalates unresolved issues in accordance with the Smiths governance model.
  • Conducts risk assessment of program deliverables based on impact and probability, and takes action to mediate risk. Appropriately escalates risks in accordance with governance model.
  • Monitors program readiness for achieving deliverables, and makes necessary adjustments to achieve deliverables are compliant, on time and within budget.
  • Assists Business Development, Sales and Product Development activities by conducting feasibility analyses of potential programs.
  • Analyzes and responds to Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ) and Requests for Information (RFI) in accordance with Smiths criteria for program acceptance and rejection.
  • Identifies business development and value added sales opportunities related to programs, supports product management efforts to manage the lifecycle of products and/or services including improvements, enhancement and obsolescence, and supports negotiations with customers.
  • Reports program status to all stakeholders, prepares and presents periodic status reports and monthly Program Management Reviews.
  • Benchmark program management approaches and developments with external customers and promote best practice with other Smiths colleagues.
  • Create effective business communication encompassing technical proposals for customer requirements, business briefings and presentations.
  • Training and coaching direct reports and other Smiths colleagues where appropriate.
  • Comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations.
  • Complying with and promoting all relevant legal requirements & Smiths policies and procedures, including business ethics, data protection and health & safety.
  • BS or BA degree in related technology or business management.
  • PMP accreditation
  • 10+ years of program management experience
  • 5+ years of experience leading and managing a team
  • Experience working on U.S. Government contracts.
  • Experience managing a cross-functional team indirectly.
  • Experience in manufacturing and engineering environments.
  • Understanding of global business and US specific Government business.
  • Ability to implement, lead, and direct program team in use of company or industry standards for program management & related processes.
  • Experience in obtaining various permits, licenses, and certifications, for contract requirements.
  • Previous experience in hardware programs, ordering materials, delivery of equipment.
  • Working knowledge of financial concepts and measurements to program management e.g., ROI, earned value management, net present value, revenue forecasting.
  • Development of a PM plan, defining scope, planning, developing cost and risk plans, procurement, manufacturing, performing QC, testing, delivering product according to customer defined schedule of deliveries, and working the program through final payment.
  • Able to manage cross-functional teams, influence people outside of direct reporting relationships (matrix organization) and communicate effectively at all levels including with on-site and remote/field support staff.
  • Experience in managing subcontractors, including generating statements of work, budget plan, and tracking subcontractor invoices.
  • Able to use MS Office suite and MS Project.
  • Applicant must be a U.S. Person (citizen, green card holder or other permanent resident) and able to pass government background checks and/or security clearance(s).
  • Ability to travel 25% of the time at various stages of a program
  • Experience with Firm Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement, and Fixed Price Incentive contract types desired.
  • Experience working with Government Relations/lobbyist team a plus.
  • Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally.
  • You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing.
  • You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
  • Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program.
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