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Job Description

EBAD seeks a Program Manager supporting our Warfighter market segment. This position is located in Simsbury, CT or Graham, KY and reports to the Director, Warfighter.

Responsibilities:

The Program Manager will support the strategy and execution of a portfolio of defense products, sold to domestic and international customers. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for maximizing results in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and cost.

Provides leadership and is responsible for the achievement of delivery milestonesCreates and supports proposal development, contract negotiations, and contract awardServes as the customer point of contactAnticipates and advises the customer on statusFacilitates internal & external communicationIs the voice of the customer to keep the team focused on contractual commitmentsPerforms project planning and kick-offMaintains accurate program schedules for assigned programsTracks and reports project status / performance (internal reporting / program reviews)Advises Segment Director on commitment changes, scope changes, or technical issuesWork with Business Development Managers in identifying & capturing new program opportunitiesParticipate in and lead elements of strategic initiatives across the product segment

Requirements:

BS in a technical or business discipline6+ years of experience, in the Aerospace and Defense industry in functions such as technical sales, project engineering, business administration and/or program management.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishProficient with Microsoft office suite software.Solid understand of Program and Project Management.Fundamental knowledge of financial concepts such as sales, gross margin, operating income, balance sheets, and working capital.Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as root cause & corrective action, six sigma, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills:

Prior ordnance and explosives background

Four (4) to Six (6) years of experience with working low volume, high mix programs in an Engineering or Program Management role within the Aerospace & Defense industry 

BS Degree in an engineering discipline is required. 

Mechanical or materials science background preferred. 

Must be a hands-on self-starter motivated to grow within the organization 

Effective communication skills will be weighed heavily  

Some technical design and manufacturing processes knowledge is required 

Team Player

15% foreign and domestic travel is required. 

  

  

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class. 

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.