Program Manager

Program Manager - Defense Solutions - Onsite Position

Come join our family as our

Program Manager

for a family of programs in

Ashburn, VA

As our Program Manager, you will work with the most

i

that deliver

optimal

and reliable performance wherever they are deployed. You will

be responsible for

the

performance of programs

in accordance with

contract requirements and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. Our program area typically

represents

more than three functional areas. You will also

be responsible for

acquiring

associated with assigned programs and for

supporting new business development

by leading proposals and increasing customer satisfaction.

Location:

Ashburn, VA

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off

I

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing

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Health and Wellness Benefits

I

Learning

and Development Opportunities

I

Referral Program

I

Competitive Pay

I

Recognition

I

I

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

As a Program Manager, you will serve as the principal point of contact to key military and commercial customers by

showcasing

your technical program leadership within the Rugged Embedded Computing industry. Demonstrate your seniority with the Defense and Aerospace embedded environment by managing technical, multi-

million dollar

budgets,

scheduling

and leading action-oriented teams in the execution of rugged embedded computing and security processing development programs.

• Must be familiar with the architecture and implementation of complex integrated systems for Defense and Aerospace; the hardware development process; the integration and test requirements and methodologies to support these complex systems integration activities

• Ownership of the schedule and cost management on programs managed - Holds program and proposal Kick-off Meetings,

  establishing

  baselines for planned cost, design

  configuration

  and schedule -

  Establishes

  and tracks metrics to

  monitor

  performance and progress.

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams within a matrixed organization

• Act as a central authority for the Company in its relationship with internal and external customers.

• Establish program status reporting to

  anticipate

  and take corrective action in problem areas before they occur, with

  appropriate line

  organization.

• Takes a proactive stance by developing contingency plans in potential risk areas and

  identifying

  contingency plan deployment criteria to resolve potential problems.

  Reports

  potential problems

  to

  upper management.

• Ensure pertinent written records are

  maintained

  that document all agreements / commitments related to the project.

• Actively pursue new business and will be responsible to coordinate proposal responses both formal RFPs and informal inquiries.

• The Senior Program Manager will work with Engineering and support organizations to analyze proposals with respect to cost/risk/quality, lead source selections and negotiation teams, and monitor subcontract costs, schedules, and technical performance.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical or computer engineering preferred (or equivalent).

• Program Management Professional (

  PgMP

  ) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification highly desired.

• A minimum of

  7

  years

  related experience

• Extensive background in strategic planning, competitive assessments, and bidding/acquisition of multi-

  million dollar

  contracts

• Experience in working with the Defense and Aerospace customer community and in serving as a principal point of contact to key military and commercial customers

• Management leadership of annual multi-

  million dollar

  budget

• Strong interpersonal skills especially in team building/maintenance and customer relationships

• Technical and program leadership experience and familiarity with the Single Board Computer industry and integrated systems development are

  required

• Should

  have experience with customer communications,

  negotiations

  and proposal management

• Contribute to weekly and monthly strategic planning, plan execution and technology roadmap updates and must be able to keep team members focused on schedule milestones and

  objectives

  and must motivate team members to develop cost effective, customer-oriented solutions and approaches.

• Must be able to act independently and make decisions on administrative / operational issues affecting the success of this organization.

• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and

  maintain

  a DOD Security clearance

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution

division

is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address 

air

, 

ground

, and 

naval 

defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for 

advanced technology

, 

enhanced safety

, 

security

, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and 

communication systems

, we are uniquely positioned to

benefit

from the DoD's commitment to

maintaining

technological superiority on the battlefield.

To learn more visit:

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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