Program Manager II - Lansdale, United States - Cobham

Description

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets.

Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU.

Consider CAES.

The most important thing we build is TRUST Overview CAES Mission Systems, Lansdale PA is seeking a Program Manager II to responsible for all phases of multiple, customer focused projects from inception through completion for their assigned portfolio.

This role reports directly to the Manager of Programs and is responsible for the preparation of proposals, negotiation of contract requirements, management of multifunctional program teams to achieve contractual requirements, engaging as the primary customer contact for program activities, and the developing and execution of business plans for their assigned portfolio.

Additionally, the successful candidate will lead program review sessions with customers and CAES management to manage and resolve cost, schedule, and technical issues.

CAES offers a compelling benefits package which includes every other Friday off, excellent 401(k) match with immediate vesting, strong health benefits and other beneficial platforms like Paid Family Leave, Tuition Assistance, and if you're struggling with paying for educational loans, student loan assistance.

Responsibilities Establish executable plans and associate risk mitigations to achieve/exceed the annual business plan associated with Orders, Revenue, Profitability and Cash Define the objectives and strategies of the program, to include strategic and company objectives consistent with customer and contractual requirements Develop and implement effective customer communication plans to provide timely communications, represent the Voice of Customer, build customer relationships, define customer objectives, and manage customer satisfaction Control the timely start and completion of program tasks to assure fulfillment of program cost and schedule objectives Coordinate the creation of action plans with IPTs to achieve contractual obligations Coordinate program activities with cognizant support functions Assure the optimum utilization of manpower and program resources Assure effective management of subcontracts and execution of the program material plan Conduct regular reviews of program performance, evaluating the current and projected status against the approved plan Implement a proactive risk management process Assures regular team identification, mitigation planning and review of program risks, both during the program-planning phase and regularly during program execution Measure and improve program performance through the investigation of improved processes, tools, staff training, facilities and team dynamics Perform regular reviews of task estimates, challenging the team to eliminate wasteful approaches Establish a management reserve to provide resources for unexpected program challenges Implement an effective issues resolution process Assure regular team identification, action planning, closure and review of program issues Qualifications
Minimum:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' Program Management experience, OR; Master's degree and a minimum of 1 year of Program Management experience This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred:

Less work experience is acceptable, however, would result in a Program Management role that could be lower than level II Strong preference given to work experience with the aerospace/defense industry Proven ability to build and maintain relevant internal and external relationships; established strong customer rapport Ability to successfully drive program performance against business and customer goals Innate financial acumen applicable to proposal pricing, contract negotiations and estimate costs at completion.

Interest in Antennas, Precision Positioners, and/or RF/Microwave programs within the DoD industry Would consider prior experience in Operations Management, Business Development, or Engineering Strongly prefer prior exposure to new componentry or system development programs PMI Certification Active DoD SECRET clearance Salary Range:
$60,000 - $115,000 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY BENEFITS We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond.


Other benefits include:
Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.

Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule Tailored Management/Leadership Training Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming ABOUT CAES CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry.

From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation.

Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email

Qualifications

Minimum:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' Program Management experience, OR; Master's degree and a minimum of 1 year of Program Management experience This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred:

Less work experience is acceptable, however, would result in a Program Management role that could be lower than level II Strong preference given to work experience with the aerospace/defense industry Proven ability to build and maintain relevant internal and external relationships; established strong customer rapport Ability to successfully drive program performance against business and customer goals Innate financial acumen applicable to proposal pricing, contract negotiations and estimate costs at completion.

Interest in Antennas, Precision Positioners, and/or RF/Microwave programs within the DoD industry Would consider prior experience in Operations Management, Business Development, or Engineering Strongly prefer prior exposure to new componentry or system development programs PMI Certification Active DoD SECRET clearance Salary Range:
$60,000 - $115,000 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities
Establish executable plans and associate risk mitigations to achieve/exceed the annual business plan associated with Orders, Revenue, Profitability and Cash Define the objectives and strategies of the program, to include strategic and company objectives consistent with customer and contractual requirements Develop and implement effective customer communication plans to provide timely communications, represent the Voice of Customer, build customer relationships, define customer objectives, and manage customer satisfaction Control the timely start and completion of program tasks to assure fulfillment of program cost and schedule objectives Coordinate the creation of action plans with IPTs to achieve contractual obligations Coordinate program activities with cognizant support functions Assure the optimum utilization of manpower and program resources Assure effective management of subcontracts and execution of the program material plan Conduct regular reviews of program performance, evaluating the current and projected status against the approved plan Implement a proactive risk management process Assures regular team identification, mitigation planning and review of program risks, both during the program-planning phase and regularly during program execution Measure and improve program performance through the investigation of improved processes, tools, staff training, facilities and team dynamics Perform regular reviews of task estimates, challenging the team to eliminate wasteful approaches Establish a management reserve to provide resources for unexpected program challenges Implement an effective issues resolution process Assure regular team identification, action planning, closure and review of program issues