The Program Manager (PM) will provide management and leadership direction for the design, development, and manufacturing of Avionics hardware including Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Units and mission Computers. These programs may be Customer defined or Internal Research and Development (IR&D) projects. The PM shall perform the following duties:
Manage all activities associated with the Development, Manufacturing, and Qualification Testing for DOD & Aerospace Contracts.Support proposal preparation in conjunction with business development personnel.Determine program requirements, budget, and program control mechanisms utilizing Earned Value Techniques to effectively track and measure results, schedules, expenditures, labor, and other aspects of the program.The PM acts as a primary interface between the customer, corporate team members, and partners providing regular status on achieving assigned program goals and objectives. The individual must be able to plan, organize, and manage multiple programs/projects of varying size and complexity and support the preparation of proposals in response to both commercial and government RFPs including cost, schedule, and technical details.
Additional duties may include contract negotiations through contract award, presenting briefings to company and customer management, reviewing and recommending process improvements for existing systems/products at Aitech, and preparation of business cases for new business.
Required Knowledge, Education, and Experience: 2+ years of experience as a program or project manager with EVMS.5+ years in a management capacity.Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Project.A BS degree in a related field (Engineering discipline preferred).Recommended Experience: Strong team building and leadership skills.Demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional teamwork among Engineering, Operations, and Quality.Ability to review customer Purchase Orders and Contract requirements with a focus on the implications for Aitech.Strong leadership skills with an ability to quickly assimilate new ideas and concepts and make good decisions for the program or project.Direct experience in the specification and control of the Printed Circuit Board artwork process and Printed Wiring Board fabrication.Experience with Military, Aerospace, and Space programs and requirements is a plus.Experience with Avionics and Control systems including integration of I/O products and embedded systems development is a plus.Effective written, verbal, presentation, and communication skills.Working knowledge of Document Control and Configuration Management procedures.Previous experience on Space Programs specifically with NASA is a plus.*Must be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work in the United States.
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