Senior Program Manager, Automated Test Systems

Science and Engineering Services, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SES Air Force Division Automated Test Systems (ATS) Enterprise seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the integration, testing, and sustainment of a portfolio of complex ATS and manual testers for DoD programs.

You will provide leadership, direction, and oversight of hardware/software design and fielding; manage budgets, staffing, and schedules; and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on cost, quality, and schedule while maintaining clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, EE, Engineering Tech, CS, or equivalent.
• 12+ years of program management experience with DoD projects.
• 7+ years in a leadership position.
• Proven ability to lead teams, balance cost, quality, and schedule.
• Experience with ATS/ATE development and fielding is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and management oversight for hardware/software systems for DoD ATS/ATE and TPS.
• Supervise staff, set program priorities, resolve conflicts, and coordinate schedules across the ATS Enterprise.
• Analyze interdependencies between projects and collaborate across functions.
• Manage budgeting, manpower, resource planning, and financial reporting; produce management plans.
• Coordinate vendor relationships and review deliverables; ensure effective communication across teams.
• Utilize SES data platforms and Microsoft Project to track progress and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Program management

DoD knowledge

Education

BS in Business, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

SES Air Force Division Automated Test Systems (ATS) Enterprise is seeking an accomplished Senior Program Manager to lead the integration, testing, and sustainment of a portfolio of complex ATS and manual testers.

Specific tasks include Provide leadership, direction, and implementation management oversight of the design, fabrication, or modification of hardware or software systems for Department of Defense Automated Test Systems and Equipment (ATS/ATE), and Test Program Sets (TPS). Provide daily supervision and direction to staff, setting program priorities, resolving conflicts and barriers, planning and coordinating schedule activities involving projects or tasks across the ATS Enterprise. Analyze interdependencies between related projects and provide cross-departmental collaboration with other functional areas. Perform business and administrative activities, such as budgeting, manpower and resource planning, and financial reporting. Produce management plans, financial documents, and presentation graphics. Coordinate vendor relationships and review deliverables. Exhibit exceptionally effective communication skills. Utilize SES data platforms and provide products utilizing Microsoft Office suite including Microsoft Project, and general computer knowledge.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Business, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent degree.

At least 12 years Program Management experience with DoD projects and at least 7 years in a leadership position. Must be autonomously disciplined with a proven track record of directing and driving the success of teams, applying hands-on approach to leading organizations, processes, and personnel. Providing technical expertise and leadership in program, project, operations, engineering, software, and production management. Excel at overcoming obstacles to consistently balance cost, quality, and schedule, ensuring all goals are met.

Experience in Automated Test Systems and Equipment (ATS/ATE) development, integration, testing, and fielding is highly desirable. Experience in acquisition and sustainment logistics, developing technical data, training, supply support, and managing systems sustainment logistics support. Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Electronics experience is a plus.

Must possess and maintain Secret Security Clearance. Travel up to 10% within the US and some overseas may be required.