Sr Program Manager - PMO Lead

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Englewood, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr Program Manager will oversee the integration and management of multiple large-scale projects or one highly complex development. The role is accountable for customer relationships, cost control, scheduling, technical execution, and high-visibility deliverables, and leads a portfolio of Program and/or Project Managers. The position supports the SNC-led Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft. As PMO Lead, the role oversees PMO operations across process improvement, change management, data management, proposals, digital systems, and integrated program solutions. It leads and develops PMO professionals and coordinates project managers and specialists working on process development, digital architecture, data governance, SharePoint administration, change management, and deliverable tracking. The role ensures adherence to corporate policies, FAR/DFARS, contractual requirements, and program directives. The position drives improvements to PMO workflows and program processes; manages program-wide communications and artifacts; supports cross-functional work involving proposals, supply chain, risk, and security; and leads program-level change control, change review boards, and Engineering Change Proposals. It also oversees digital and data architecture, including PLM systems, 3DX, data flows, configuration and data management, CDRL/SDRL responsibilities, SharePoint environments, deliverable workflows, and audit and customer-deliverable readiness. The role supports the Program Director and Business Operations in fulfilling their responsibilities for the Business Area. It requires an active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain TS/SCI. The position may be performed in an office or hybrid environment, with occasional travel to support project needs and team collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute. Without a degree, at least 14 years of related experience is required. A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
At least 10 years of progressive project or program management experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
At least 5 years leading large-scale, multi-year projects and teams of 10 or more cross-functional members.
Experience evaluating requests for proposals and/or quotes.
Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes.
Experience managing multiple large-scale projects or a portfolio of projects up to a large independent program.
Experience ensuring compliance with approved corporate and ISO 9001:2000 policies and processes.
Experience and capability in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and program-management disciplines.
Demonstrated financial acumen to make fiscally sound and responsible decisions.
Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire teams, encourage innovative thinking and collaboration, challenge the status quo, and adapt to dynamic situations.
Ability to execute and coordinate all elements of program integration, including task coordination, resource development, and stakeholder identification.
Ability to manage program lifecycle conflicts, prioritize competing priorities or requests, and evaluate available resources.
Ability to identify, assess, and control financial, technical, and legal risks.
Leadership skills in change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, accountability, and annual reviews.
Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment and communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
Occasional travel may be required to support project needs and team collaboration.
U.S. citizenship status is required because the position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; it is not considered in lieu of required experience.
Advanced degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field; it may be considered in lieu of one year of required project/program management experience.
Working knowledge of the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Experience managing projects or programs using Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI), agile, and/or spiral development models.
Experience managing projects or programs requiring Earned Value Management.
Understanding of application tools and data architectures.
Ability to reinforce the use and application of corporate PM tools.
Ability to lead PM process and tool improvement for the Business Area.
Ability to keep program management informed of function and process changes within project controls.
Ability to enhance program management expertise among staff.
Ability to establish a centralized coordinating body for PM concerns, recommendations, and issues; develop process-improvement recommendations; and facilitate opportunities with Enterprise Program Finance.
Ability to establish or refine templates, tools, and guidelines for program documentation and execution.

Responsibilities

Manage total program integration for multiple large-scale projects or one highly complex development with high-visibility and above-average deliverable requirements.
Lead a portfolio of Program and/or Project Managers, focusing on customer relationships, cost, schedule, and technical planning.
Track and report project status, technical execution, and overall program performance.
Supervise program and project staff and formulate teams to fulfill program requirements.
Participate in business resource planning and tracking in coordination with corporate entities.
Identify, track, and resolve program issues and problems; identify, mitigate, track, and manage program risks.
Conduct routine meetings and interface on project and program status.
Develop proposals, conduct research and fact-finding, coordinate audits, and negotiate with stakeholders to meet cost, budget, and schedule constraints.
Support the Program Director and Business Operations in fulfilling Business Area responsibilities.
Lead PMO operations spanning process improvement, change management, data management, proposals, digital systems, and integrated program solutions.
Lead, mentor, and develop PMO professionals and oversee project managers and specialists supporting process development, digital architecture, data governance, change management, SharePoint administration, and deliverable tracking.
Ensure PMO functions uphold approved corporate policies, FAR/DFARS and contractual requirements, and established program directives.
Drive continuous improvement across PMO workflows, Tiger Teams, branch operations, and integrated program processes; identify operational gaps and improve tools, collaboration, and process consistency.
Develop and refine program documentation, templates, guidelines, and repeatable workflows.
Manage program-wide communications, including newsletters, SharePoint announcements, and program updates; maintain organization charts, communication structures, and reporting frameworks.
Coordinate across business areas, branches, and functional teams to ensure consistent communication, alignment, and program-wide solutions.
Support CAM-related functions tied to proposals, supply chain, risk, security, and other operational domains.
Facilitate collaboration among program and project managers to align schedule, cost, risk, and technical execution expectations.
Lead program-level change control; facilitate change review boards and guide change managers and coordinators in improving review, approval, and tracking workflows.
Lead and track the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process, overseeing development, coordination, documentation, evaluation, approval, and submission.
Oversee digital and data architecture elements, including PLM systems, 3DX, data flows, configuration and data management practices, and deliverable tracking.
Ensure data governance supports CDRL/SDRL responsibilities and broader information-management needs.
Maintain program SharePoint environments and oversee deliverable workflows, automations, document organization, user guidance, and compliance documentation.
Support audits and customer deliverables by ensuring accurate content, traceability, and timely completion.