Program Manager III

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple phases of the program(s) from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.
• Develop and coordinate program plans or delivery methods.
• Participate with technical staff and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s).
• Contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives.
• Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
• Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues.
• Influence, and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).
• Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications.
• Act as the primary customer contact for specific program activities and lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specifications.
• Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

Requirements

• Experience managing multiple phases of complex programs from initiation to completion.
• Ability to develop and coordinate detailed program plans and delivery methods.
• Strong interaction skills with internal teams and external representatives to resolve technical and scheduling issues.
• Experience influencing proposals, business plans, and contract negotiations.
• Ability to act as primary customer contact and lead program review sessions.
• Leadership skills in identifying issues and developing solutions related to program execution.
• Experience in developing new business opportunities and expanding existing ones.
• Knowledge of proprietary technology security and confidentiality protocols.