Job Title: Senior Program Manager
Location: North Saddle River, NJ
Zip Code: 07006
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract - 6 month
Pay Rate: $60.00 - $68.00/hour DoE
Keywords: #ProgramOperationsManagementJobs #DefenseAerospaceIndustryJobs
***Must Have The Ability To Obtain DoD Clearance***
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop plans for the execution of Customers and internal programs, including schedules and estimates
* Execute Programs to scope, schedule, cost (development and products), and quality over their full lifecycle, by internal processes and contractual obligations, for customers worldwide
* Identify and manage Scope Changes through their approval and execution
* Ensure on-time delivery of deliverables (documentation and products)
* Perform Risk and Opportunities Management, including definition and execution of action plans for risks mitigation to prevent adverse effects, and escalate issues promptly
* Provide details of resources required for successful programs execution
* Respond to Request for Proposals (RFPs), coordinate and develop proposals and related documentation, including schedules, estimates, compliance matrices, programmatic volume, and bid review material
* Create Statements of Work and perform Sub-Contract management, as required
* Present Programs status to the leadership team, weekly and monthly, including reporting on Programs" KPIs and critical path
* Point of Contact for Customers, develop and execute action plans for Customers and Organization satisfaction, including problems solving, obsolescence management, and in-service support
* Contribute to and lead processes and tools improvements and deployment
* Conduct internal audits, as required
* Team with Operations, Engineering, and Business Development to ensure that all are informed and involved in decisions affecting their areas
* Manage all customer expectations and communicates professionally
* Responsible for Programs P&L, ensuring budgeted Programs margins are met or exceeded
* Work with existing customers to determine needs, and requirements for follow-on/new business opportunities, direct the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, and specifications to meet those needs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must Be a US Citizen
* Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related field with 5 years of relevant technical experience
* Experience leading technical projects for product development programs
* Aerospace & Defense, or Satellite Communications SATCOM Industry experience
* Ability to obtain a DoD clearance is a must
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Advanced Degree with the Development and/or Production PM (not service) experience
* Program Management certification preferred (PMP)
* Experienced with documentation and collaboration tools, such as Confluence and SharePoint
* Knowledge of Government contracting practices, Earned Value Management (EVMS), and standard program reporting metrics
* Experience managing Programs in a multi-site matrix organization
* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, internal and external
* Solid knowledge of program scheduling tools, such as MS Project
* Experience with Military and Commercial Programs
* Experience with Contract Management, Sub-Contract Management
* Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and Export Regulations
* Prior external customer support/interface experience
* Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with customers at all levels of the organization
* Excellent presentation skills
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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