Senior Program Manager, Aerospace & Defense
Overview
Own program execution for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, and hypersonics. You will lead cross-functional teams to deliver cost, schedule, and technical objectives. Work with Aerospace and Systems Engineering teams in a hands-on role. This position drives customer relationships and proposal development. You will shape the roadmap for complex mechanical and pyrotechnic components.
What You'll Do8
- 1Develop long-term customer relationships through conference calls, technical interchange meetings, and design reviews.
- 2Execute project planning to determine cost, schedules, and resource needs based on technical objectives.
- 3Track project cost, schedule, and technical progress to meet program goals.
- 4Ensure proper documentation of System Requirements and Contract Deliverables.
- 5Lead proposal writing and support new business meetings.
- 6Drive design reviews and technical interchange meetings with customers.
- 7Facilitate cross-functional team collaboration to resolve technical challenges.
- 8Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing to meet program milestones.
Requirements6
- 15+ years engineering experience with Aerospace or Systems Engineering.
- 22+ years managing teams or projects.
- 3B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
- 4M.S. or MBA preferred.
- 5Proven ability to develop, plan, and execute projects.
- 6U.S. citizen able to obtain DoD SECRET clearance.
Salary Insight
$130 - $170k per year
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