Program Manager - Mechanical Engineering

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Performs final job review and resolves ongoing technical and contractual job requirements (schedule, technical requirements, and budget).Responsible for program budget, schedule, monitoring, and completion of goals and milestones in accordance with approved plans.Establishes Program organization structure and priorities (resource management, scheduling, staff).Coordinates internal functions to ensure all required tasks are being completed.Maintains ongoing communication with customers to accomplish program goals. Ability to investigate an issue, develop a solution, and communicate path forward clearly.Reviews and approves waiver deviations prior to submittal to customer.Reviews PDR/CDR presentations.Creates sub-contract work breakdown structure.Creates master milestone schedule.Communicates program status to the rest of the organization.Other duties may be assigned.Experience and SkillsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.Ability to adhere to workplace rules.Familiarity with multiple functions within an organization. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:BS/BA degree in engineering or technical discipline or equivalent experience (4+ years).2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.Experience in a leadership role on a Department of Defense program, either in an engineering or program management capacity.