Program Manager

Jobless; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental ben

Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays, Military Leave, PTO

401k Plan with eligibility from first

Education reimbursement

PriceClub/COSTCO/Sam's Club membership

Job summary

PLEXSYS is seeking a Program Manager to lead end-to-end execution of defense and training programs across cost, schedule, technical performance, and contractual requirements. You will coordinate with customers, Business Development, Production, Finance, Contracts, and Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery of C3BM training support across platforms and partners.

Responsibilities include establishing KPIs, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement while leveraging DoD experience to shape

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Security clearance

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or Administration (or Bachelors' Degree + 2 years experience)

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

ProPricer

Salesforce

JIRA

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.