Senior Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives

AeroVironment, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 117,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is looking for a Lead Program Manager to drive execution of company programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance align with business goals. You will serve as the central point of contact for program activities with internal and external customers.

The role requires 8–12 years in program management, strong risk management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a highly technical environment. Travel up to 20% may be expected.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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%)

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

Skills

Program management

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Project coordination

Leadership

Travel up to 20%

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is looking for a Lead Program Manager to drive execution of company programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance align with business goals. You will serve as the central point of contact for program activities with internal and external customers.

The role requires 8–12 years in program management, strong risk management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a highly technical environment. Travel up to 20% may be expected.