Program Manager II — Defense Programs & Customer Delivery

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Program Manager II to oversee the integration of multiple complex aerospace programs with budgets of $20M+. You will manage cost, schedule, technical execution, and customer relations, while leading cross-functional teams across facilities.

This role requires a proven track record in government contracting, risk management, and proposal development, with strong leadership and communication to brief executives and maintain compliance with SNC policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in project or program management in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• 3+ years leading medium scale projects; scope spanning 1-2 years, while leading teams made up of 5+ cross functional team members.
• Experience with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes.
• Experience with preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes.
• Experience with managing a complex project or larger program.

Responsibilities

• As the Program Manager you will be responsible for program cost, schedule, technical, and risk.
• You will represent SNC at Customer meetings and be the primary point of contact for the Customer.
• Customer focus is paramount and your responsiveness to customer actions and inquires will take the highest priority.
• A solid foundation in Government contractual requirements related to program execution, cost, requirements, and schedule is required.
• You will be required to collaborate with the SNC contracts and Government contracts representatives.
• You will manage cross functional teams, located at various facilities, and ensure the program is adequately resourced to ensure program success.
• You will analyze program metrics and indicators to identify issues and formulate mitigation strategies.
• Program status inclusive of cost, schedule, technical, and risk will be brief at the Executive levels.
• You will work with Business Development and Chief Engineer to develop and maintain the Product Line strategic road map.
• You will be responsible in the growth the Product Line and Business Unit business base.
• You will ensure the program and team are compliant to SNC policies and procedures.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Leadership

Customer relations

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Engineering or related field

Tools

Earned Value Management

CMMI understanding

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Program Manager II to oversee the integration of multiple complex aerospace programs with budgets of $20M+. You will manage cost, schedule, technical execution, and customer relations, while leading cross-functional teams across facilities.

This role requires a proven track record in government contracting, risk management, and proposal development, with strong leadership and communication to brief executives and maintain compliance with SNC policies.