Senior Program Manager

CTR Corporation; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CTR Group seeks a Senior Program Manager in the Newport News, VA area to direct and coordinate technical programs for aerospace and defense customers. You will strengthen customer relationships to promote future business, while ensuring program scope, budget, and schedules are met.

The role requires a strong PM background, leadership of technical teams, and the ability to develop baselines, spend plans, and revenue projections. Occasional travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of program management experience or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Experience implementing established PM methods.
• US citizenship required to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate execution of technical programs to maximize customer satisfaction and program success.
• Strengthen customer relationships to promote future business opportunities.
• Develop baseline schedules, spend plans and revenue projections for programs.
• Routinely update projections and lead program review sessions.
• Identify need for external subcontract support based on requirements and capability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering field or related discipline

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

CTR Group is seeking a Senior Program Manager for an Aerospace Manufacturer / Defense Contractor in the Newport News, VA area. Immediate opening and urgently hiring! Salary Range: 120K - $160K plus Generous Benefits

SUMMARY

The Senior Program Manager directs and coordinates the execution of technical programs to maximize customer satisfaction and ensure Company's program success. Strengthen customer relationships to promote the creation of future business. Responsible for the execution of all assigned programs and projects within established scope, budget and schedule constraints. Coordinates and establishes the demand for internal company resources to meet program technical and schedule requirements. Closely monitors program requirements against the contractual program scope to control scope related cost growth. Evaluates the need for external subcontract support based on internal capability and program demands. Strengthen business development by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships. Manage customer associations to ensure satisfaction and retention, stimulating additional work and growth through established customer relationships. Present the value of the Company to all customers promote the identification of new opportunities. Develop strong working relationships with internal and external business partners. Develop baseline schedules, spend plans and revenue projections for all programs. Routinely update projections and lead program review sessions discuss program status and progress against the established baseline. Manage program risk assessments and develop mitigation plans. Participate in the development of project proposals and the negotiation of contracts and contract changes.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering field or related discipline10+ years of related discipline;Direct experience in the implementation of established program management methods; OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability

• Must be highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and prioritize the management of several programs simultaneously.


• Leadership of engineering, program management or other technical teams.


• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.


• Exceptional financial acumen and technical understanding.


• Proficiency with all Microsoft (MS) Office production software including MS Project.


• Experience with the direction of engineering and fabrication resources in a machine shop environment. Familiarity with shop manufacturing techniques.


• Strong written and verbal communication


• May be required to travel up to 10% of the time


• Knowledge of various contract vehicles, procurement processes and sub-contracting procedures.


• US citizenship required to obtain/maintain a DOD security clearance

CTR Group has been a leader in its industry for over 35 years and is rated highly on Google, Indeed and Facebook for being a great company to work for.

CTR Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and defined requirements of the job, not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other protected status. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified.