Sr Program Manager

Textron; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 165,700 - 254,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training Opportunities

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron is seeking a Sr. Program Manager in Wilmington, Massachusetts to manage strategic weapon system design solutions. This role involves overseeing financial and technical requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring program compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in the Defense industry, with strong program management, communication, and problem-solving skills. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in the Defense industry.
• 5 Years of program Management Experience on Defense Programs.
• Experience evaluating program Risks and Opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial, technical, and schedule requirements of all program components.
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams for program plans.
• Organize Program Management Execution Gates for leadership review.

Skills

Program Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain

Job description

Sr Program Manager

Description

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Who We Are

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Program Manager to join our team in supporting strategic weapon system and subsystem technical design solutions for our Advanced Programs. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, planning, execution, and test and evaluation aspects of advanced programs, ensuring that all technical requirements are met and that programs are completed on time and within budget.

About This Role

• Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of all program components to deliver products that are technically acceptable in a cost-effective manner.
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams, including design, execution, integration, and testing, to develop and implement program plans.
• Perform Control Account Manager responsible for program management budget including development of budgetary baseline, review of actual costs and determine variance analysis, monthly Latest Revised Estimate updates and Estimate At Complete analysis, and sales forecast update.
• Follow management program processes, plans and procedures to ensure program executes based on AS9100 Quality certification requirements and Textron best practices.
• Organize Program Management Execution Gates for leadership review and approval.
• Function as the primary company interface to ensure customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar discipline required.
• 10 years of relevant experience in the Defense industry
• 5 Years of program Management Experience on Defense Programs
• Experience evaluating program Risks and Opportunities.
• Execution of Earned Value Management System programs.
• Experience working with diverse, multifunctional teams.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Ability to travel ~25%.
• Proposal Development experience
• Qualified applicants will be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for access to program information; Secret Clearance required, Top Secret Clearance preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on Military Weapons System Development.
• PMP Certification or equivalent.
• Advanced Degree preferred.

How We Care

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$165,700 - $254,900 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.