Program Manager - Warfighter Segment

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance & wellness

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company seeks a Program Manager to support the Warfighter market segment. The role is based in Simsbury, CT or Graham, KY and reports to the General Manager WF.

You will manage a portfolio of defense products, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and cost, while acting as the primary point of contact for external customers. The position requires 8+ years in aerospace/defense with strong PM acumen, excellent communication, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical or business discipline required.
• 8+ years in Aerospace and Defense in roles such as program management, technical sales, or project engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Solid understanding of program and project management.
• Fundamental knowledge of financial concepts (sales, gross margin, operating income, balance sheets, working capital).
• Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing concepts (root cause & corrective action, Six Sigma, lean, continuous improvement).

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and ensures on-time delivery milestones.
• Serves as the primary customer contact.
• Advises the customer on status and changes.
• Facilitates internal and external communication.
• Leads project planning and kickoff activities.
• Maintains accurate program schedules and reports status.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Financial concepts

Education

BS in technical or business discipline

MBA (preferred)

Job description

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Job Description EBAD seeks a Program Manager supporting our Warfighter market segment. This position is located in Simsbury, CT or Graham, KY and reports to the General Manager WF. The Program Manager will support the strategy and execution of a portfolio of defense products, sold to domestic and international customers. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for maximizing results in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and is responsible for the achievement of delivery milestones
• Serves as the customer point of contact
• Anticipates and advises the customer on status
• Facilitates internal & external communication
• Is the voice of the customer to keep the team focused on contractual commitments
• Performs project planning and kick-off
• Maintains accurate program schedules for assigned programs
• Tracks and reports project status / performance (internal reporting / program reviews)
• Advises Segment Director on commitment changes, scope changes, or technical issues
• Work with Business Development Managers in identifying & capturing new program opportunities
• Participate in and lead elements of strategic initiatives across the product segment

Requirements

• BS in a technical or business discipline
• 8+ years of experience, in the Aerospace and Defense industry in functions such as technical sales, project engineering, business administration and/or program management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite software
• Solid understand of Program and Project Management
• Fundamental knowledge of financial concepts such as sales, gross margin, operating income, balance sheets, and working capital
• Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as root cause & corrective action, six sigma, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

Preferred Skills

• MBA
• Prior ordnance and explosives background
• Military service experience
• PMP certification

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated yearly wage range for this position is $125,000 - $175,000. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement benefits
• paid time off and holidays
• life and disability insurance
• employee assistance and wellness resources
• incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

EBI's 190-year history has been shaped by innovation and stewardship defining who we are today: a family-owned, independently led, and professionally managed company united by our people, Core Values, and Winning Vision. We invite you to explore our three strong businesses and discover how you can help shape the next chapter of our story. Ensign-Bickford Industries founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value. Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.

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