Program Manager

Job ID: 115515 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Program Manager. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. 

This position is responsible for managing and directing the daily execution of all contract requirements to ensure cost, schedule, and performance goals are achieved for the Halvorsen overhaul contract. The Program Manager will lead or support all meetings and oversee the integrated product or project team from kick-off through project close. This role serves as the primary interface for communication and coordination with internal and external customers on all matters related to existing contracts. The position will also lead and/or support bid and proposal activities. All responsibilities are performed under the guidance of senior-level management, including the Director of Programs or the Line of Business Lead.

• Manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements to ensure cost, schedule, and performance goals are met
• Develop and implement plans and schedules for contracts and subcontracts
• Allocate and control budgets for labor, material, travel, and purchased services
• Perform schedule and cost variance analyses
• Regularly report status to senior management
• Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs with proper documentation and fulfillment of all obligations
• Notify and seek senior management assistance when schedule or budget issues arise, and develop and implement corrective action plans, including program corrective action strategies
• Lead or support all meetings and the integrated product or project team from kick-off through project close
• Provide leadership to program or project teams by ensuring communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution
• Collaborate with various project teams on assigned tasks and engineering changes and may be required to ensure overall material execution is on schedule and on budget for a business area
• Serve as the primary interface for communication and coordination with internal and external customers on existing contracts and contract execution
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve contractual issues and with Contracts Administration on contract requirements, changes, and interpretations
• Participate as a team member or leader in bid and proposal activities and ensure all request‑for‑proposal requirements are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals
• May actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development and may represent management at program reviews, meetings, seminars, and similar events
• Prepare for and participate in contract and subcontract negotiations while representing the Company’s interests and ensuring adherence to all government regulatory guidance
• Assure contract requirements are executed in accordance with applicable regulations and Company policies and procedures
• Formally identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risk throughout the program life cycle and obtain management approval before making decisions that may impact established program cost or schedule objectives
• May partner with various stakeholders on planning process and system improvements
• Develop and understand:
  • Leading versus lagging indicators to support effective program management
  • Principles of program planning, applying broad concepts, theories, and knowledge in relevant disciplines, along with working knowledge of related fields
  • Cash flow management principles
  • Principles of process improvement, including Lean Six Sigma
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or relevant field and 3 years of relevant experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization   
• Exposure to:
  • Program lifecycle or components of development through sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
  • Managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
  • Earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
  • Finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
• Knowledge of program management tools and procedures
• Excellent leadership and management skills 
• Exceptional customer interface skills
• Advanced problem‑solving abilities
• Proven presentation capabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

The salary range for this position is $93,121.00/year - 125,713.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY

Leonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally.  DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing.  Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, CA.   

DRS Land Systems offers a comprehensive benefits plan designed to meet the needs of all our employees:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Vacation & Health & Emergency leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan repayment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule

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