Senior Programs Manager, Aerospace & Defense

Gentex Corp.; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in program management, with aerospace R&D in fast-paced environments.
• PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional) or equivalent certification is highly desired.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster effective communication with peers, stakeholders and the wider business to ensure engagement and successful delivery of program outcomes.
• Lead program teams through Integrated Master Plans, Risk Registers, Monthly Status Reports, Executive Program Reports, and Financial Reports.
• Organize and lead bid and proposal activities for domestic and foreign solicitations.
• Conduct detailed contract reviews and support negotiations prior to award.
• Support budgeting, baselines and execution of overall programmatic baselines.
• Lead customer interaction and support for externally funded efforts within contracted scope.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Program management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business management

PfMP certification

Job description