Senior Program Manager
Core
Own delivery of assigned customer programs for autonomous unmanned aircraft systems, from proposal planning through fielding and sustainment.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Autonomous unmanned aircraft systems for defense, public safety, and commercial missions
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Unmanned Systems
Required skills
Program management, Project management, Budgeting, Risk management, Stakeholder communication, Systems integration, Contract management, Financial forecasting, Team mentorship, Cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Unmanned aircraft experience, Government contracting, PMP certification, Export/security compliance
Technologies
Program Management Office (PMO) tools, Integrated schedules, Risk registers
Responsibilities
Establish and mature the company's Program Management Office (PMO), Lead one or more complex programs, Manage program financial performance, Serve as primary point of contact for program execution, Control scope and changes, Coordinate deployment readiness, Manage supplier and subcontractor deliverables, Maintain program risks and issues, Track contractual reporting and billing milestones, Build practical program management processes and capture lessons learned
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities