Senior Program Manager

Saab, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 132,000 - 171,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase program

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead profitable execution of programs within the Ground & Air Segment of the Surveillance U.S. division. Based in East Syracuse, NY, relocation is available, and responsibilities include managing Australian DoD and Air Services Australia programs.

You will control cost, schedule, and technical performance while developing competitive proposals and coordinating across sales, product management, and manufacturing to deliver solutions.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 12+ years of exp, OR MA/MS with 10+ years, OR PhD with 8+ years.
• Experience negotiating multi-million-dollar agreements.
• Advanced knowledge of program management standards (scheduling, cost accounting, risk/opportunity management).
• Willingness to travel internationally and domestically up to 10%.
• Flexible schedule including evenings.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned program portfolio.
• Establish and control program budgets aligned with needs.
• Establish and control program schedule to meet milestones.
• Ensure projects within the program follow approved PM processes.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities across cost, schedule, and technical.
• Make personnel recommendations in support of business objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales and Product Management to maintain competitive knowledge.
• Develop high-quality proposals to achieve segment objectives.
• Coordinate with functions to leverage execution and resources across design and manufacturing.
• Grow relationships with customers and primes to support current programs and new deployments.

Skills

Program management

Budgeting

Risk management

Negotiation

Travel

MS Project

Education

BA/BS +12+ years

MA/MS +10+ years

PhD +8+ years

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Senior Program Manager to be responsible for the profitable execution of programs within the Ground & Air Segment of the Surveillance U.S. division. As a global leading partner and provider of proven Air Traffic Monitoring, Safety, and Efficiency solutions, we transform operations, turning innovative ideas into reality and supporting stakeholders from solution conception through long-term support. This position would be based in East Syracuse, NY and is eligible for Saab, Inc's relocation package. The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for executing programs with the Australian Department of Defense and Air Services Australia. Additional responsibilities of the Senior Program Manager will include, but are not limited to:

• Specifically accountable for cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned Program portfolio.
• Establish and control program budgets that are aligned with program needs
• Establish and control program schedule to meet all program milestones
• Ensure all projects within assigned program are managed and executed within approved program management processes
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities across cost, schedule, and technical.
• Make personnel recommendations in support of business objectives
• Work closely with Sales and Product Management personnel to maintain institutional knowledge of the competitive landscape in the assigned portfolio
• Develop high-quality competitive proposals that facilitate achievement of business segment objectives
• Collaborate with all functions within the business unit to leverage program execution, capture strategies and resources through the design and manufacturing phases of the programs in the portfolio
• Grow relationships in the customer community and with large industry primes to service existing programs and find new and unique ways to deploy our technology to meet customer needs

Compensation

• $132,000 - $171,600

Skills and Experience

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree and 12+ years experience, OR MA/MS degree and 10+ years’ experience, OR PhD degree and 8+ years’ experience.
• Experience successfully negotiating multi-million-dollar agreements.
• Must possess advanced knowledge of program management standards and best practices (scheduling, cost accounting, Risk/Opportunity management).
• Willingness to travel internationally and domestically up to 10%
• The ability to work flexible schedule to include evenings.

Desired Qualifications

• Engineering or program management background with progressive program management experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and other Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated experience supporting both defense and commercial products

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affiantative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.