REPORTS TO: President SUPERVISES: Program Managers, Project Managers AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish and execute the 3, 5 and 10 year Submarine strategy Accountable for the overall profit, loss and Programmatic performance of execution of all Submarine work scope through the entire value chain Manage the development of all Submarine bid/proposals as the Sponsoring VP Principle point of contact with the customer, including management of the overall customer relationship, development of executive briefs, meeting leadership and tours Prepare and deliver data in support of Board reports Prepare and deliver internal and external program review reports and presentations Accountable for the Program Estimate at Completion (EACs) development, reporting and management of appropriate corrective actions as required Responsible for communicating program status, progress and issues across management team on a regular basis Review and approval of external press releases related to SIB scope Validate all final cost and schedule proposals submitted for all SIB work proposals, including ensuring that proposals are compliant and submitted timely Accountable for profit and loss decisions as they relate to changes ensuring program revenue and profit is maximized in line with contract guidelines Review and approve all change decisions. Maintain visibility and input into both internal and external changes, ensuring decisions made are aligned with the profitability and schedule performance of the project Provide guidance and direction to Program Managers enabling successful and efficient completion of the projects with focus on milestone achievement, and cost and schedule performance Responsible for contract administration, specifications, drawings, and regulatory requirements issues as they apply to ship construction Manage and report on key Program Milestones Responsible for management and control of payments Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and resolve regulatory issues Work in conjunction with Workforce Development and Training, responsible for ensuring a trained and available workforce to execute per program requirements Execute all contract requirements, including CDRLs, to ensure required deliverables are submitted accurate, completely, and timely Support the Estimating Business System initiative in response to RFP or RFQ requirements to ensure adequate supervision and sound proposals, to protect from duplication and omissions, in accordance with DFARs Cost Estimating System Requirements QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: 4 years’ degree relating to engineering technologies preferred 15 years’ of related experience and training Knowledge of SUBSAFE requirements preferred Proven record of military marine program management Sound knowledge of the military marine construction industry Proven track record with experience in the marine industry in engineering / construction / operation Proven ability to set tasks for self and others Ability to listen to staff and customers and act appropriately Excellent communication skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret contracts, contract specifications, and major equipment specifications Ability to check own work ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance is required Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check TOOLS: None DIRECTION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to assign work DISCRETION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to correct and discipline, approve pay increases, transfers, promotions, discharges, and mitigate grievances. LIAISES WITH: All levels of Austal organization Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SupShip) representatives Navy Program Office Other customer representatives Equal Employment Commitment Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion. Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va. With the most modern steel panel line in the shipbuilding industry, Austal USA’s facility is capable of supporting the manufacture of both aluminum and steel ships. Austal USA leverages a moving module production line and strict adherence to lean manufacturing principles to consistently deliver on-schedule and on-budget. Austal USA is currently under contract for several programs, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), the TAGOS-25 ocean surveillance ships, the Spearhead-class Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF), the Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue ships (T-ATS), the Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), the Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock Medium (AFDM), and the Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and is supporting Navy unmanned vessel programs leveraging its advanced machinery control system. Austal USA’s service business provides global support to U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command and other customers. Austal USA’s San Diego Service Center includes a waterfront facility that will have the capability to drydock small combatants and similar sized ships. Earning 23 safety excellence awards, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America.