UAV Program Manager

Experience: 8 to 12+ years depending on qualifications

Clearance: Secret clearance, or the ability to obtain one

Location: East Coast USA - On-SitePRIMARY FUNCTIONThe Program Manager III leads and oversees all phases of assigned programmes frominception through completion, ensuring successful execution against business, financialand customer objectives. The role is accountable for the cost, schedule and technicalperformance of assigned programmes. The Program Manager III is the primary point of contact for customers, leads programmereviews, establishes design and development criteria, monitors progress against plans, and directs the efforts of technical, manufacturing and administrative personnel. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDirect all phases of assigned programmes from inception through completion Ensure contracted programmes meet internal and customer expectations for quality, budget, schedule and strategy Develop contingency plans with stakeholders and implement revised schedules, scope or budget as needed Manage programme resources to meet requirements within the approved Statement of Work Minimise programme costs and risks while maintaining the highest quality standards Develop and maintain programme plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocations and deliverables Identify, assess and manage programme risks, issues and opportunities Provide regular programme status updates and briefings to senior leadership Ensure compliance with all applicable DoD, FAR, contractual and company requirements Track and analyse programme performance against short and long-term objectives Develop and manage programme budgets, adjusting resources based on financial analysis Coordinate across Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Contracts and Finance Maintain strong customer relationships as the primary customer interface Lead programme, milestone and customer reviews Perform other duties as requiredBASIC REQUIREMENTS12+ years of programme or project management experience; or a Bachelor's degree inBusiness, Engineering, IT, Computer Science or a related field with 8+ years; or anAssociate degree with 10+ years Demonstrated experience supporting Department of Defense, US Government or military programmes Knowledge of the aerospace and defence industry Strong familiarity with project management software, methodologies, tools and best practice Proven ability to manage projects within scope, budget and schedule Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple programmes at once Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills Demonstrated leadership and team management Knowledge of financial management, budgeting and cost controls Experience in risk management and problem-solving Strong communication and negotiation skills Technical understanding of defence manufacturing and development programmes Excellent customer-facing communication and relationship managementPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSProject Management Professional (PMP) certification Experience supporting US Government or military aviation programmes Experience managing UAS, aerospace, defence or advanced manufacturing programmes Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) principles Experience with government contracting and proposal supportPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSProlonged periods working at a desk and computer Able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally Able to traverse office, manufacturing and operational facilities as required