Test and Evaluation Program Manager III - MTC

Elbit America•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is contingent upon Elbit America being awarded the Mobile Tactical Cannon program. Any employment offer and start date for this role will be subject to final contract award and program approval. The Test and Evaluation Program Manager III is a senior program management position responsible for ensuring the planning and performance of assigned complex programs throughout all phases of the program lifecycle. This role is accountable for the cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance of assigned programs, using successful execution to drive future growth. The position requires effective customer communication, proactive response to customer needs, and building customer trust by meeting commitments and quality standards. The Program Manager III may mentor and/or lead junior project or program managers. This role involves forecasting sales, new business, and gross profit to meet operational goals. The Test and Evaluation Program Manager III will influence program teams or Integrated Product Teams to achieve excellence in program execution through Earned Value Management and other techniques to identify program issues and monitor performance. Program/Portfolio value varies depending on the mix of programs. The Test and Evaluation Program Manager III will plan, coordinate, and execute all test-related activities across multiple test sites for the Mobile Tactical Cannon program. This role interfaces directly with government ranges and other federal agencies to obtain experimental and test approvals and ensure safe, compliant test operations. The PM will act as a lead within a multi-disciplinary working group (5-10 engineers, 5-10 ILS/CLS professionals, and subcontractors) and serve as a primary liaison to senior leadership, government customers, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
5+ years of program/project management experience, including cost, schedule, and performance execution.
PMP® or equivalent certification.
Demonstrated experience applying program management frameworks, risk management, Earned Value Management, BOEs, and financial forecasting.
Professional experience in ground combat vehicle test planning, execution, and range coordination.
Working knowledge of DoD/Army test approvals, safety releases, and coordination with government test agencies.
Understanding of range scheduling, instrumentation, telemetry, data acquisition, and safety compliance.
Experience supporting platform integration (C2 systems, payloads, telemetry, instrumentation).
Familiarity with systems engineering, test engineering processes, and configuration management tools.
Advanced coursework or certification in test engineering or systems engineering.
Understanding of ILS product development (training, tech pubs, provisioning) and ILS requirements analysis.
Awareness of ILS interdependencies, tools, and technologies.
Experience developing and delivering CDRLs and logistics related deliverables.
Experience working with Finance, Sourcing, Contracts, and Engineering in a cross-functional program environment.
Ability to interpret and communicate contractual requirements, including revisions and negotiation strategies.
Knowledge of program budgeting processes and Control Account Management.
Proven ability to interface with customers, anticipate needs, and manage issues with tact and diplomacy.
Experience supporting or leading IPTs, technical discussions, and stakeholder coordination.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Project) and project management tools.
Familiarity with contract lifecycle management, data analysis tools, and test documentation systems.
Critical thinker who is able to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information effectively and efficiently.
Ability to create and maintain constructive customer relationships.
Demonstrated ability to complete projects or programs on time, within scope and budget while delivering a quality product to the customer with a high level of satisfaction.
Demonstrated future growth potential.
Models the required behavior to manage in accordance with disciplined internal processes aligned with industry standard tools; holds self and others accountable for Earned Value Management, Program Planning, Risk Management, Requirements Management.
Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing, with demonstrated ability to create and give program management review presentations.
Able to mentor others in effective communications.
Ability to lead program team members through influence and to mentor junior project or program managers to effectively lead through influence.
Demonstrated ability to work independently to build, guide, and lead an integrated product team and to effectively mentor IPT leads.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the integrated test master plan, establishing test objectives, schedules, risk assessments, and resource needs for complex test activities.
Coordinate test planning and execution with government ranges and external authorities, ensuring safety, compliance, and alignment with range specific requirements.
Lead cross-functional test and ILS/CLS working groups, facilitating decision making, assigning actions, and driving issue resolution without formal supervisory authority.
Ensure quality and compliance of test documentation, including technical reports, safety assessments, CDRLs, and data collection packages consistent with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Provide expert-level briefings and status updates to senior leadership, program management, and government stakeholders, highlighting performance, risks, and recommended actions.
Apply advanced risk and opportunity management, interpreting performance metrics and financial indicators to identify issues early and drive mitigation strategies.
Support program planning and execution, collaborating with engineering, operations, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure readiness, integration activities, and transition to production.
Develop budget inputs and financial estimates, including ROMs, BOEs, and program forecasts, and support program managers in managing to established budgets.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships, serving as a key technical and programmatic interface to anticipate needs, address issues, and support long-term customer satisfaction.
Mentor junior PMs and influence continuous improvement, modeling expected behaviors, promoting best practices, and identifying opportunities that enhance program execution and business outcomes.