Program Manager

PLEXSYS Interface Products UK LTD; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental

Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays, Military Leave, Paid TI

401k Plan with eligibility from first:

Job summary

PLEXSYS Interface Products UK LTD in Camas, WA, is seeking a Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams delivering C3BM training programs for multiple defense systems. You will ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance align with contract requirements while coordinating with government customers and internal units.

Ideal candidates bring DoD program mgmt experience, Earned Value Management expertise, and the ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent with defense program mgmt experience.
• DoD program mgmt knowledge including Earned Value Management.
• Strong cross-functional leadership across multiple functions.
• Ability to obtain US-DOD clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily program execution aligned with contract, technical, business, and strategic objectives.
• Oversee cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial activities.
• Monitor schedule, risks, and corrective actions to meet milestones.
• Validate technical deliverables against requirements and standards.
• Coordinate communications across customers, BD, Production, Finance, Contracts, and more.
• Establish KPIs to measure progress and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel availability

Security clearance readiness

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or Administration

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

ProPricer

SalesForce

Atlassian Jira/Wiki

Job description

At PLEXSYS, we’re all about creating Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training solutions for our customers worldwide. With over 200 employees spread across fifteen states and four countries, we’re dedicated to enhancing training experiences every day, everywhere.

Why PLEXSYS?

At PLEXSYS, you’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive culture that encourages you to reach your professional goals, put forth your best effort, and collaborate with other enthusiastic and driven individuals. Our core values – integrity, excellence, teamwork, and agility – are at the heart of everything we do, guiding our decisions and shaping our vibrant organizational culture.

PLEXSYS is an amazing place to work, but you don’t have to take our word for it. We invite you to check out what our team members are saying about working at PLEXSYS on Glassdoor. Discover why PLEXSYS could be the perfect place for the next step in your career.

General Description

The Program Manager will proactively manage program execution across cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements while ensuring successful delivery of program objectives, customer commitments, and strategic business goals. The Program Manager portfolio will include capture and execution of Command, Control, and Communications Battle Management (C3BM) training support to systems such as E-3 AWACS, E-7 Wedgetail,Control and Reporting Centers, Tactical Operations Center family of systems, Air Intercept Controller, Project Tripoli, Space Command and Control, and Air & Missile Defense systems across joint forces and partner nations. The Program Manager will also serve as Capture Manager for US Customer Operations and coordinate Capture efforts with other Business Units across the company.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead daily program execution ensuring alignment with contract, technical, business, and strategic objectives
• Oversee program cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial activities
• Monitor schedule performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement corrective actions to maintain program execution objectives
• Validate technical deliverables against customer requirements, program milestones, and quality standards
• Facilitate seamless program execution and communication in coordination across customers, Business Development, Production, Finance, Contracts, Supply Chain, subcontractors, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate performance by establishing metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure program progress and success and drive continuous improvement
• Ensures all program and project measures comply with company standards and procedures
• Assist in planning and setting organizational goals/milestones
• Recognizes areas for internal improvement and develop plans for implementing
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationship with executive level customers
• Supports contract negotiation with applicable Managers for contracts/contract mods with Government Contracting Officer or Prime contractor
• Leverages extensive knowledge of LVC/DMO operations, the synthetic training industry, as well as military/defense industry experience to develop and enhance relationships with new and existing customers
• Identify and advocate capability inclusion in PLEXSYS training ecosystem product roadmap to best meet future C3BM customer training gaps
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or Administration (or Bachelors' Degree plus two (2) years of additional experience)
• Experience in Defense Industry program management processes and using Earned Value Management concepts
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Procurement, and Operations organizations to accomplish program objectives
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technically complex environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal leadership, customers, subcontractors, and technical teams
• Ability to operate with limited day-to-day direction while demonstrating sound judgment, initiative, and accountability in program execution activities
• Ability to travel domestically on a limited basis to customer, supplier, subcontractor, and internal company facilities as required
• Ability to obtain and maintain minimum of US-DOD Secret security clearance, up to Top-Secret, and approval for Special Access Program; must be a US Citizen for consideration

DESIRABLE

• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of military/Defense industry experience in C3BM
• DoD Acquisition Experience: Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and documentation
• Experience in Joint and Combined environment
• Advanced Certification: PMP certification preferred (Highly Desirable)
• Experience with tools such as MS Project, MS Excel, ProPricer, SalesForce, Atlassian Wiki/JIRA

PERKS

As a PLEXSYS employee, you can expect certain advantages; such as advancement based on performance, competitive wages, valuable benefits and a great working environment. Our team is committed to ensuring an environment that empowers individuals to realize their full potential by providing opportunities and necessary support to achieve personal and professional goals.

• Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental Benefits
• Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and Paid Time Off
• 401k Plan with eligibility from first day of employment
• Education reimbursement for job-related courses for full-time employees
• PriceClub/COSTCO/Sam's Club annual membership

PLEXSYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.