Program Manager - Tempe, United States - Point Blank Enterprises, Inc.

Description

Inspire heroism and be a part of the future At Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. we help PROTECT OUR PROTECTORS by developing, manufacturing, and selling body armor to police forces, the defense sector and first responders. We are always looking for the best of the best in our industry. If you share our passion and commitment, please apply today

Position Overview: Responsible for overall management of multiple, unique, research and development programs from conceptual design in support of proposals, through preliminary and detailed design, development and qualification testing, component manufacturing, assembly and delivery to the customer. Must lead and manage program teams comprised of matrixed staff including technical leads, engineers, and designers to meet all project objectives on schedule and within budget. Regularly report program status and metrics to Company management team. Coach and mentor program team members and help maintain a positive environment and one that enables excellence in all operations, not just program management. Must have a general understanding, appreciation, and support for specialty engineering (manufacturing, quality, reliability, safety, etc.) requirements. Assist with generating new business leads and winning new

business for product development and/or production of product. Leads applicable proposal efforts and related contract execution. Must demonstrate outstanding attention to detail and critical thinking abilities. Self-directed with positive attitude toward helping the entire program team succeed to include helping colleagues across functional areas, as required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required within the Company and with the external customer. Good situational awareness and an ability to provide appropriate response(s) are a must. A can-do attitude is also a must.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in management and/or engineering or equivalent and 5 years of experience as a program manager or equivalent preferably on Department of Defense (DoD) programs. An advanced technical and/or management degree is preferred.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously to achieve required performance on schedule and within budget
• Provide leadership, management, and mentorship to program team members
• Accomplish program requirements using program matrix management
• Engage and manage subcontractors and associated program scope
• Develop detailed program plans, budgets, and schedules and maintain them
• Provide direction and support for all program functions
• Serve as project/task lead for efforts as required
• Regularly report program status within the Company and with customers
• Evaluate business processes and work with Company staff to develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Effective writing - technical reports and proposals
• Create and maintain positive customer relations – ensure a high quality of service and resolution of customer identified issues in a timely manner
• Assist in developing new business opportunities
• Provide regular and timely performance feedback to program stakeholders
• Other job functions and duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Good organization skills and multitasking abilities – able to effectively manage multiple programs simultaneously and prioritize appropriately
• Ability to accomplish program goals, objectives and requirements within budget and on schedule
• Ensure customer satisfaction
• Broad and extensive engineering-related experience, preferably including mechanical and mechanism design
• Ability to use SolidWorks for design review and assessment is a plus.
• Proven interpersonal skills, public speaking, and persuasive ability
• Strong project financial management background
• Must excel at conflict resolution and de-escalation to preclude comprising effective and efficient teamwork
• Excellent problem solving skills using sound critical thinking
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Outstanding situational awareness and written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prepare complex proposals in a timely manner
• Familiarity with DoD contracting, development, and culture
• Functional with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• Capable of travel 10% to 15% of time

Physical Requirements:

The employee is required to talk, see and hear. The employee is required to sit for

extended periods of time and use their hands and fingers, and computer keyboard. The

employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Some light lifting, up to 25 lbs, is

required. Must be able to travel to customers, conferences, trade shows, etc

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Ability to maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.

Compliance with all personnel policies

This position requires use of and access to information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Accordingly, all Quality Control Managers must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Temporary Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years of responsibility in quality management required; within a manufacturing environment preferred. High School Diploma, or equivalent training and experience required. Experience working in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 manufacturing environment preferred. Knowledge and experience with First Article Inspection process in accordance with AS9102 preferred. Knowledge and experience with the use of the following industry standards: ASTM, NAS, and Military Standards preferred.

Must have experience using various mechanical inspection tools, such as micrometers, height gauge, radius gauge, pin gauges, protractors, and calipers. Should have practical experience working with machined parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand or sit, and move about the facility. Employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work usually performed in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional work performed in production setting.