Watercraft Program Manager (WPM)

Q.e.d.-Systems,-Inc.-1; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. in Norfolk/Virginia Beach area seeks a Watercraft Program Manager (WPM) to oversee all Watercraft projects, including maintenance, testing, and prototyping of boats and related systems.

The role requires a technical/managerial degree or equivalent experience, PMP certification or PM experience, and strong MS Office skills; U.S. citizenship and clearances may apply. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical or managerial field OR a High School diploma or GED with an additional five years of management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• PMP Certification or equivalent PM experience.

Responsibilities

• Will serve as the Watercraft Program Manager overseeing all Watercraft projects including maintenance, repair, alteration, testing, troubleshooting and prototyping of boats and related systems.
• Coordinate material procurement, travel, logistics and staging, and management of OEMs and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary company POC for reporting project status and progress; manage project teams and provide technical oversight and customer interface.
• Manage all aspects of project costs, schedules, and quality assurance to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and regulations.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical/managerial field

High School diploma + 5 years management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Watercraft Program Manager (WPM)

Job Location: Norfolk/Virginia Beach area

Job Category: Management/Supervisor

Job Status: Full-time, Exempt

Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000/year based on the level and extent of experience

Job Description: Will serve as the Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. Watercraft Program Manager (WPM) managing and overseeing all Watercraft projects, involving the maintenance, repair, alteration, testing, troubleshooting and prototyping of Boats and Watercraft and their associated systems and support equipment. Specific responsibilities will include project estimating and planning, project manning and scheduling, the coordination of material procurement, required project travel, project logistics and staging, boat transportation, and OEMs and subcontractors. The WPM will serve as the primary company POC for reporting project status and progress; managing and directing all Boat and Watercraft Project Teams, and providing technical oversight and customer interface. The WPM will be responsible for managing all aspects of project costs, schedules, and quality assurance, including compliance with specifications, standards, and regulations.

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited education institution in a technical or managerial field OR a High School diploma or GED equivalent with an additional five years of management experience.

Required Certifications/Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent PM experience.

Desired Certifications/Qualifications:

Five plus years of relevant Project Management Experience.

Experience with U.S. Navy Boats/Combatant Craft.

Experience with U.S. Navy Boat Alteration (BOAT ALT) and Liaison Action Reports (LAR) Modernization packages.

Security Clearance/Naval Facility Access: U.S. citizenship required. Must be able to meet and maintain eligibility for U.S Secret Clearance and/or be able to access military facilities.

Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits including Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan. Basic Life insurance, supplemental insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.