AVIONICS PROGRAM MANAGER
Has overall responsibility for the performance of a program/project for the unit. Directs all phases of programs/projects from inception through completion. Directs the work of team assigned to the program/project from technical, manufacturing, financial, and administrative areas. Acts as the primary customer contact for significant program activities; leading program review meetings with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The candidate should have a high degree of professionalism and exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills in addition to excellent program management abilities. The candidate will serve as the main point of contact between our military customers and the company. The candidate must be capable of managing multiple tasks, resolving conflicting requirements, and establishing priorities. A positive “can do” attitude is essential for this position.

Additional Position Responsibilities:
1) Maintain military program schedules by coordinating with departmental managers.
2) Write status report for military customers and coordinate and prepare associated and contractually required documentation.
3) Be proactive in identifying problems and bottlenecks before they happen, and providing solutions.
4) Assist engineering and business development in analyzing business opportunities.
5) Willingness to travel to customer sites for meetings and support for extended time durations.
6) Conduct internal status meetings and keep appropriate records.
7) Manage and track program budgets (costs, labor expenses, program related expenditures, etc), and generate appropriate reports for internal and customer use.
8) Handle the government contracts and procedures.
9) Work with the assigned Contracts Officers and understands subcontracts administration issues.
10) Develops internal and customer related presentation material.

Position Requirements:
1) BS in Industrial Engineering or an MBA is preferred.
2) PMP certification is required.
2) 6+ years in a program management position preferably in the Aerospace and Deference industry.
3) Must have (no exceptions) an understanding through “hands on” experience (either technical or managerial) in the avionics manufacturing or maintenance process.
4) Knowledge of Oracle E-Business, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.