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Job Title: Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Job ID: 19032

Job Location: Anaheim, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Senior Specialist, Program Management function provides support to Program and Portfolio managers with program tasks or managing follow on production programs.  As such, this program management role provides direction and leads specific production contracts as well as internal programs of the company.  This role is also responsible for accomplishing program objectives by supporting the planning and assisting with the evaluation of program activities such as schedule review, production hardware tracking, and leading weekly IPT meetings. This role will require interactions with all core team members including quality, supply chain management, program controls and contracts.  The Specialist Program Management function is responsible for program budgets, cost reporting, coordination of resources, and customer interface under minimal supervision.  In summary, this position is also expected to take a lead role in the execution of specific programs as defined by their manager.

Essential Functions:

Directs all phases of programs assigned from inception through completion. Drives program execution in order to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and identifies and implements solutions, such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications.Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and minimum 2 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience and/or strong directly relevant sustainment experience of proven performance with DOD or USN customerRequires strong knowledge of sustainment / Integrated Logistics Support.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Proven project/program management performance with DOD or USN customerCost Point, Prior Experience preferredCOGNOS – ProficiencyMS Excel – ProficiencyProven Ability to lead and motivate diverse teamsSet clear goalsDrive results in a dynamic environmentDemonstrates aptitude in the following areasProgram Cost management, EVMS experience preferredGeneral knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirementsGovernment DPAS rated contractsProject management, production projectsProgram SchedulingLeadership / Management

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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