Strategic Program Manager, Aerospace & Defense

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 124,771 - 171,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Program Manager I in Lone Tree, CO to oversee multiple projects with budgets up to $20M, manage customer relationships, and ensure cost, schedule, and technical execution. The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams and strong program-management discipline.

The position emphasizes EVMS, AI-enabled decision making, and interaction with stakeholders, with a SECRET clearance and hybrid office environment in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in project or program management in the Aerospace & Defense (A&D) industry.
• Direct experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize enterprise-approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance program management execution.
• 1+ years' experience leading teams made up of 3+ cross functional team members.
• Experience with evaluating RFPs/quotes, preparing proposals and/or quotes, and contract negotiations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance.
• PMI PMP Certification preferred but not required; may substitute education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all programmatic aspects of multiple assigned projects, focusing on customer relationships, cost, schedule, and technical planning.
• Track and report on project status, technical execution, and overall program performance.
• Supervise program and project staff to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers.
• Participate in business resource planning and tracking with other corporate entities.
• Formulate and lead a team to fulfill program requirements.
• Identify, track, and resolve program issues and problems.
• Manage program risks and opportunities by identifying, mitigating, tracking, and managing them.
• Interface on project/program status and develop proposals.
• Conduct research and fact-finding for project/program needs.
• Coordinate audits and negotiate with project/program stakeholders to ensure initiatives meet cost, budget, and schedule constraints.
• Support the Program Director and Business Operations in fulfilling their responsibilities for the Business Area.

Skills

Earned Value Management

AI tools

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/PM/Engineering

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Program Manager I in Lone Tree, CO to oversee multiple projects with budgets up to $20M, manage customer relationships, and ensure cost, schedule, and technical execution. The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams and strong program-management discipline.

The position emphasizes EVMS, AI-enabled decision making, and interaction with stakeholders, with a SECRET clearance and hybrid office environment in Colorado.