Sr Program Manager

OSI Systems; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, multi-million-dollar programs. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate between various teams to ensure projects meet their schedules and financial targets. With over 75 years of excellence in RF technologies, this innovative firm offers a dynamic environment where your leadership and project management skills will shine. If you are driven by challenges and have a passion for managing high-stakes projects, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values growth and innovation in a supportive atmosphere, and make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of Program Management experience, including technology assessments and systems design.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multi-million-dollar programs, ensuring timely completion and financial objectives.
• Monitor financial status and budgets to prevent and correct issues.

Skills

Program Management

Leadership

Project Management Techniques

Communication Skills

Technical Experience in C41SR Systems

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Business

Related degree in Physical Sciences or Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with over 75 years of proven performance. CEC has experienced significant recent growth and has established itself as the go-to supplier for a diversified product line supporting a wide spectrum of markets from commercial products, military customers, to space research laboratories.

We are looking for a Senior Program Manager who will be responsible for the planning, coordination and successful completion of complex, multi-million-dollar programs typically involving multiple projects and products. Successful completion includes meeting time schedules and financial objectives by managing critical interfaces involving the customer, contracts, engineering, and manufacturing groups.

Responsibilities

1. Establishes program schedules and priorities in accordance with Company Policy and monitors performance and profitability.
2. Assists in the development of winning proposals as well as managing contracts emanating from same.
3. Conducts program reviews and prepares written reports for Management and/or customer on current status and actions necessary for the successful completion of a program.
4. Assures adherence to all terms and specifications of assigned program contracts and to pertinent company and government policies, procedures, and regulations.
5. Advises Management on overall program matters as they affect CEC's manpower, facilities, and financial plans to assure that program requirements are met.
6. Monitors the financial status and budgets (cost to complete estimates) and schedules in order to prevent, detect, and correct out-of-program conditions.
7. Primary contributor on planning the scope of the proposed contract, i.e., time frames and resources.
8. Assists in negotiating quotes and proposals for assigned programs and the timely preparation of follow-on actions.
9. Represents CEC in technical and overall management matters with customer; assists in expeditious resolution of concerns from the customer; travels to customer facilities as required.
10. Coordinates activities of and maintains liaison with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and support group managers regarding their responsibilities and involvement on program.
11. Performs other duties as required.

This job has supervisory responsibilities for a small team.

Qualifications

1. B.S. in Engineering/ Business or related degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, MIS or Business equivalent.
2. 6 years minimum experience in Program Management to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Leading Project Personnel, Scheduling Work, Prioritizing Tasking and cost Estimating, management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Technical experience in support of C41SR systems (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), to include: Design, Development, Production, Installation, Test & Evaluation and Project management (experience may be concurrent) - 3 years minimum.
4. Must have solid experience managing programs/projects associated with government contracts.
5. Demonstrates ability to deal effectively with all levels of management and with customers, including government representatives.
6. Proven ability to organize, coordinate, and successfully complete a manufacturing, development, or engineering program.
7. Leadership qualities that naturally encourage others to work on their programs.
8. Must have working knowledge of project management techniques.
9. Demonstrates ability to effectively direct team members.
10. Must be a US Citizen due to customer requirements.
11. Active DoD issued Secret Clearance.
12. Must be familiar with Microsoft Project scheduling software.

Highly Desired:

1. Active DoD issued Secret Clearance.
2. Retired military or have worked with the military directly.
3. Prior experience working with the DoD.
4. PMP certification.