Program Manager

AV; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Roboticsconnected is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to oversee complex programs, including cost, schedule, and scope, acting as the central point of contact for customers and internal teams.

The PM will guide planning, estimation, and resource allocation, mentoring other PMs and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required.
• 12–15 years of experience in Program Management.
• Experience leading teams on advanced technical development programs and/or systems-of-systems development.
• Proven track record of leading multiple, concurrent programs.
• Experience managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes.
• Must interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and estimation for complex programs with PLMs.
• Coordinate with Functional Leads for cost/schedule/scope estimation.
• Ensure customer alignment and satisfaction across programs.
• Define and manage program controls and success criteria.
• Identify, analyze, and manage program-level risk.
• Publish data to support improvements in product development and customer relations.
• Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities.
• Lead program meetings and reviews with customers and executives.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Program Manager (PM) oversees the execution of complex programs or multiple related programs, including cost, schedule, and scope/technical performance. The PM manages the program life cycle, all activities necessary to meet program development requirements and business objectives, and acts as mentor to other Program Managers. Acting as the central focal point and authority for their program execution, the Senior PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.

Position Responsibilities

• Working with Product Line Managers (PLMs), provide PM leadership in the development of program planning, top-down requirements definition, and cost/schedule/scope estimating for complex programs

• Working with Functional Leads, provide PM leadership for bottom-up cost/schedule/scope estimation, resource planning and IMS development for complex programs

• Ensure customer alignment and manage internal and external overall customer satisfaction

• Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria

• Identify, analyze, and manage all program-level risk

• Monitors data across multiple programs establishing correlation. Publishes data to support improvements in product development and customer relations

• Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities

• Manages Programs using integrated, resource-loaded master schedule. Managers resources and priorities based on risk and program critical path

• Lead program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff

• Develop and maintain program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications

• Leads and supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements

• Manage potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact

• Actively support the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities

• Oversee the preparation of cost and technical proposals

• Ensure program execution adheres to Company policies and processes

• Leads Project Manager to produce relevant Program reports

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Minimum 12 - 15 years of experience in Program Management

• Experience leading teams on advanced technical development programs and/or technical systems-of-systems development programs

• Proven track record of leading multiple, concurrent programs

• Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans

• Strong knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes

• Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers

• Knowledge of use and application of export licenses for the