Aerospace Program Manager I

InvestedintheMission; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Program Manager I to support execution of company programs focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance. Working with a lead PM, you will serve as a focal point for one or more programs and be the main contact for internal customers.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of PM experience in a highly technical environment, with potential preference for UAS or international program exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Program Management or related field.
• Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is a plus.
• Experience with International (ex-US) programs is desired.
• Experience in a highly technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Management of the program throughout the program life-cycle.
• Ensure alignment with Internal customers.
• Implementation and management of lead PM’s program controls and success criteria.
• Support identification, analysis, and management of all program-level risk.
• Coordinate and align project teams and their inter-dependencies.
• Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities.
• Align and inform stakeholders of program’s status and health.
• Lead program meetings and program reviews for internal customers and teams.
• Support the development, maintenance and reporting of program statistics.
• Analyze potential changes in program scope and impact(s).
• Assist and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals.
• Ensure adherence to Company policies and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Strong verbal and written skills

Leadership skills

Strong communicator

Interface with internal teams

Analytical and strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Program Manager I to support execution of company programs focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance. Working with a lead PM, you will serve as a focal point for one or more programs and be the main contact for internal customers.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5 years of PM experience in a highly technical environment, with potential preference for UAS or international program exposure.