Program Manager III

AeroVironment; United States; On-site; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. seeks a Program Manager III to lead the execution of complex programs, overseeing cost, schedule and technical performance. You will act as the central focal point for program activities with internal teams and external customers.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining program plans and budgets, managing risks and changes, coordinating cross‑functional teams, and supporting business development in bidding opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent
• 8–12 years of Program Management experience
• Top Secret clearance required
• Experience in managing firm fixed price programs and risk management
• Experience in a highly technical environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• Willing to travel up to 20%

Responsibilities

• Management of the program throughout the program's life-cycle and ensuring customer satisfaction
• Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria; manages program-level risk
• Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies; sets program priorities
• Aligns and informs stakeholders of program status and health; leads program meetings and reviews
• Develops program plans including budget, EAC, resources, and communications
• Supports creation and maintenance of product requirements
• Manages changes in program scope and advises leadership and customer of impact
• Assists Business Development in bidding and capturing opportunities
• Assists and/or coordinates preparation of cost and technical proposals
• Ensures adherence to company policies and processes
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Program management

Security clearance

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Program Manager (PM) III is responsible for the execution of company programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM oversees program life-cycle and manages all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Acting as the central focal point and authority for one or more Programs' execution, the PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.

Position Responsibilities

• Management of the program throughout the program's life-cycle. Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction
• Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria. Identifies, analyzes, and manages all program-level risk
• Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies. Establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities
• Aligns and informs stakeholders of program's status and health. Leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
• Develops and maintains program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
• Supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements
• Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
• Actively supports the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
• Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals
• Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes
• 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 8 - 12 years of experience in Program Management
• TOP SECRET REQUIRED
• Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
• Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
• Experienced in a highly technical environment
• Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Project)
• Some travel required (up to 20%)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
• Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is desired
• Experience managing International (ex-US) programs is desired
• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired
• Other competencies: Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
• Interfaces effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers
• Works well independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
• Is a strong communicator who effectively articulates vision/mission to team
• Demonstrates familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
• Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results
• Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

Special Requirements

U.S. Citizen required.

Top Secret Clearance Required.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$101,000 - $171,500

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be