For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this job posting AND email biacosta@actalentservices.com with the following: 1) Word copy of resume 2) 2-3 professional references 3) 4-5 brief bullet points highlighting technical qualifications Description Subcontract Program Manager Reporting to the SVP of Programs, the will provide leadership to significant subcontracts for a large system of systems space vehicle and ground station programs. The selected candidate will work closely with the program team to ensure subcontractors are meeting the cost, schedule and technical requirements as defined in their subcontracts. + Coordinate multidisciplinary team efforts necessary to ensure subcontractors meet objectives + Interface with the suppliers ongoing programs and projects + Negotiate subcontracts with suppliers, ensuring appropriate terms and conditions, payment schedule, performance, term liability and delivery + Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes selection, work allocation, training, development, and problem resolution + Motivate, coach, and mentor employees to achieve peak productivity and performance + Create and implement successful procurement plans which proactively address risk and provide a high degree of confidence supporting contract deliverable requirements + Support all milestone program reviews both internally and customer-facing, including leading dry-runs and rehearsals to ensure critical executive feedback, is received + Monitor supplier schedule progress, cost performance, and risks monthly and prepare monthly program financial reports for management review + Develop accurate presentations and reports to support internal management and customer reviews + Develop, track and report visual metrics, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); react to metrics by identifying and solving problems, making improvements, and advancing process control Skills Program management, subcontractor management, Engineering, Mechanical, aerospace, project management, jira, defense industry, budget management, project planning, program mgr, cost control, microsoft project, contract administration, design review, procurement, contract management, subcontract administration, dfar, far, microsoft dynamics Top Skills Details Program management, subcontractor management Additional Skills & Qualifications + MUST HAVE 5+ years of Subcontract Program Management experience within manufacturing - Space, Aerospace, and Defense/ military programs, automotive experience also ok + MUST HAVE Bachelors degree (need not be technical) + MUST HAVE proficiency with MS Project, Jira - project management and presentation tools Preferred experience: + Understands aerospace, spacecraft and payload development programs and has relationships with primes and subcontractors + Understands contracts, business law, and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and apply the concepts and principles, including knowledge of cost accounting principles and finance + Proven success in managing projects through production material control/scheduling, engineering principles Experience Level Entry Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $175000.00 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending account for medical, dependent care, and commuter benefitsCritical illness insuranceAccident insurance100% company-paid group-term life insurance and AD&DShort- and long-term disability insuranceMental health employee assistance program401K services and matchReferral bonusTuition reimbursementPaid parental leaveCompetitive compensationUnlimited time offUnlimited snacks and beveragesTerran Orbital special occasions and gatheringsOnsite gym (Irvine, CA)Blue 365 (gym discounts & more) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 21, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. 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