Program Manager III

KIHOMAC; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k/Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

KIHOMAC seeks a lead Program Manager to direct its largest and most complex engineering and manufacturing program in Layton, UT. You will coordinate with the Government program office and senior leadership to execute a multi-sub-program portfolio while overseeing engineering, finance, contracting and operations.

You must have 20+ years in program management with DoD or industry, and be adept at developing baselines, briefings for senior leaders, and navigating acquisition policy.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of Program Management or related experience with Government or Industry.
• Highly knowledgeable in advanced program management concepts, able to develop, communicate and execute a complete program baseline.
• Comfortable developing presentations and briefing senior military leaders.
• Experience with Air Force nuclear enterprise, aircraft sustainment, and/or maintenance/repair programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead as the program manager for the company’s largest and most complex engineering and manufacturing program.
• Communicate with Government program office, coordinate and manage deliverables and progress for a major weapon system program with high visibility.
• Work directly with company senior leadership on program execution.
• Manage a complete program management organization, including engineering, technicians, finance, contracting, purchasing, and associated functions.
• Develop and implement program plans, budgeting positions, schedules, and execution strategy.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all reports/deliverables and participate in program reviews.

Skills

Program management

Government contracting

Senior leadership briefing

Cost schedule performance

Education

Master’s degree in technical, business, or related field

Job description

• Serve as the lead program manager for the company’s largest and most complex engineering and manufacturing program
• Communicate with Government program office, coordinate and manage deliverables and progress for a major weapon system program with high visibility
• Work directly with company senior leadership on program execution
• Manage highly complex program with multiple sub-programs and program managers
• Manage complete program management organization, including engineering, technicians, finance, contracting, purchasing, and associated functions
• Develop and implement program plans, budgeting positions, schedules, and execution strategy
• Perform specific, routine program or technical tasks within defined scope of management responsibility
• Perform program/technical management for assigned system(s)
• Interpret and apply acquisition policy; develop recommendations to senior leadership on program and business development strategies
• Apply and correlate knowledge of multiple disciplines (engineering, logistics, financial management, contracting, and configuration management) to achieve cohesive program execution in accordance with assigned cost, schedule & performance requirements
• Logically and systematically convert customer or product/technical requirements into solutions that recognize technical, schedule, and cost constraints; identify associated risks and manage mitigation plans
• Provide higher management with status and decision information on key program issues
• Ensure contractual needs/concerns are addressed
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all reports/deliverables
• Participate in company program reviews
• Communicate cost, schedule, and performance with management
• Provide necessary solutions across the spectrum of program management and business operations; mentor lower-level Program Managers
• Support proposal and pricing efforts as required; may perform Capture Manager duties
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Training:

• Master’s Degree in technical, business, or related field required
• Department of Defense Acquisition (DAU) PM certification, PMP, or degree in Program Management or equivalent is preferred

Experience:

• 20+ years of Program Management or associated experience with Government or Industry
• Must be highly knowledgeable in advanced program management concepts, able to develop, communicate and execute a complete program baseline
• Must be comfortable developing presentations and briefing senior military leaders.
• Experience with Air Force nuclear enterprise, aircraft sustainment, and/or maintenance repair and overhaul programs a plus

Security:

• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance will be required
• Active Secret clearance preferred
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary:$130,000 - 160,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.