Program Manager

Smiths Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 104,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Smiths Detection in the United States is seeking a Program Manager to coordinate long-term programs, aligning scope, cost, schedule and quality with Smiths objectives.

You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, production, sourcing and service, manage risks, and report status to executive leadership while ensuring compliance with export controls and security requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program or project management experience.
• PMP accreditation preferred.
• Experience in Field Service program environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver contractual and programmatic outputs across lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Sales, Technology, Sourcing, Production, Quality, and Field Service.
• Serve as central point of contact for customer questions and interactions.
• Weekly forecasting of revenue to meet targets.
• Identify and resolve key issues; escalate as needed.
• Monitor readiness and ensure on-time deliverables within budget.
• Coordinate with Service Delivery on KPIs and improve service performance.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Risk management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in related technology or business management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

The Program Manager is responsible for coordination and management of all activities, resources, systems and projects during the lifecycle of long term, ongoing programs. Achievement of key business metrics spanning order through delivery of products and/or services customer specifications, scope, cost, deadlines and quality, while meeting or exceeding Smiths’ financial objectives for revenue and profit and during the entire lifecycle of a program or project.

Responsibilities

Job duties to include but are not limited to;

• Leads and is responsible for all contractual and programmatic deliverables through some or all phases of the aftermarket product life-cycle: from engineering / design, to testing and qualification, to sourcing and production, to deployment and commissioning, and even into the service and warranty phases.
• Coordinates regularly with key personnel from departments such as Sales, Technology, Sourcing, Production, Quality, and Field Service to ensure deliverables are being developed on time and withinbudget.
• Acts as the central point of contact for customer questions, concerns, and interactions. This includes the scheduling and hosting of formal calls and meetings, plus the informal management of customer requests outside the official meetings.
• Weekly forecasting of revenue activities to ensure corporate financial targets are achieved
• Develops and manages processes for the identification and resolution of key issues. Appropriately escalates unresolved issues in accordance with the Smiths governance model.
• Conducts risk assessment of program deliverables based on impact and probability, and takes action to mediate risk. Appropriately escalates risks in accordance with the governance model.
• Monitors program readiness for achieving deliverables, and makes necessary adjustments to achieve deliverables with compliance, on time, and within budget.
• In coordination with the sales representatives, analyzes and responds to Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s), and Requests for Information (RFI’s) in accordance with Smiths criteria for program acceptance and rejection.
• Reports program status to all stakeholders including preparation and presentation of periodic status reports and monthly Program Management Reviews with the Executive Leadership Team.
• Reports and coordinates with Service Delivery teams functional KPIs and collaboratively works to continuously improve service delivery on aftermarket programs.
• Creates effective business communication encompassing technical proposals for customer requirements, business briefings, and presentations.
• Compliance with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations.
• Complying with and promoting all relevant legal requirements & Smiths policies and procedures, including business ethics, data protection, and health & safety
• Coordinates with Service Supplychain on stocking levels and critical use parts by analyzing part trends.
• Other duties assigned

Education/training:

• BS or BA degree in related technology or business management.
• PMP accreditation preferred.

Experience:

• At least 5 years’ program / project management experience. Experience withField Service program environments.

Knowledge/skills:

• Experience managing a cross-functional team indirectly.
• Experience in Field Service Delivery of Capital Equipment.
• Understanding of global business and US specific government business.
• Understanding of service KPIs and uses data analytics to drive improvements in operational availability of deployed units. Initiates and drives projects that improve overall service performance.
• Ability to implement, lead, and direct program team in use of company or industry standards for program management & related processes.
• Understanding of Service Key Performance Indicators and analyzing data for trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
• Previous experience in managing Aftermarket Field Service Delivery.

Other Requirements:

• Applicant must be a U.S. Person (citizen, green card holder or other permanent resident) and able to pass government background checks and/or security clearance(s).

Background:

This position may require Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. If required, applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation. This position may require a U.S. Personal Security Clearance.

SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug‑free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law.

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial andlifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world‑leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

The total compensation for this position ranges from $103,720 - $154,080.00/yr (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details, please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.smithsdetection.com/careers/.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment based solely on their skills, experience, and ability to perform the job. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We value professionalism, integrity, and respect in our workplace, and we strive to maintain an environment where every employee can contribute effectively to our mission.

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