Senior Program Manager (RF Space HW)

We are a leader in Space Communications Electronics. We supply satellite RF units to Satellite OEMs. We cover the frequency range from UHF through L, C, X, Ku, Ka and Q Bands. Our team of highly experienced satellite and payload System Engineers and Program Managers, as well as world class RF and Product Design engineers and analysts. This is a team that you can depend on.

SUMMARY:
As our Senior Program Manager you will be responsible for and have the authority to lead and manage our space program(s) and the assigned program personnel. Your mission will be to lead the team to meet technical, cost, and schedule program requirements.

MUST HAVES:

• RF/Microwave or Communication Electronics

NICE TO HAVES:

• Space & DOD Programs experience.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage program cost, schedule, and technical performance according to budget and customer requirements.
• Manage the Integrated Product Team (IPT) via matrix management of Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance resources for assigned programs.
• Responsible for customer engagement and communication during program execution.
• Develop program and risk plans over the program life cycle, from proposal through delivery.
• Develop overall program plans, identify the work-breakdown-structure (WBS) in coordination with Engineering and Operations, and develop requisite timelines.
• Develop program budget (labor, material, and other direct costs (ODC)) in accordance with WBS, with inputs from functional organizations.
• Provide monthly Earned Value Management System (EVMS) updates, with inputs from functional departments, in coordination with program finance.
• Oversee implementation and communication, internally and externally, of Program Status.
• Provide Program Status including cost and schedule, hardware progress, contractual submittals, and action items.
• Ensure timely closure of all activities.
• Coordinate Design Activities with assigned Project Engineer and prepare and present the internal design/program reviews (we use a gated product development process) ensuring that customer requirements are being met, both technical and programmatic.
• Manage the preparation and presentation of customer Design Reviews (EQSR, PDR, CDR, MRR/TRR) and coordinate internal resources in preparation of all contractual deliverables and presentation packages.
• Responsible for working with our management to determine program priorities within the factory.
• Conduct regular Executive Program reviews using established reporting tools.
• Support bids and proposals, in coordination with business development leadership by generating management proposals, statements of compliance, and cost estimates.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors in a technical degree preferred
• 5+ Years experience in design, development, and management of complex hardware, including knowledge and understanding of Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Sales & Marketing.
• Experience in the space market, either commercial GEO programs or defense space programs, and the associated requirements is highly desirable.
• Ability to understand and evaluate technical and non-technical documents relating to all aspects of programs.
• Ability to plan, organize, communicate, and direct the day-to-day activities of the Program.
• Technical expertise in microwave, RF, and/or communications or electronic warfare subsystems or components is desired.
• Cognizant of AS9100 quality system procedures and documents.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical specifications as well as legal/contractual documents.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and report accurate schedule/cost status information in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Ability to use proper English spelling, grammar, and legible office and business writing skills.
• Ability to speak well; effective interpersonal skills to interface with both technical and non-technical personnel; ability to effectively present information to executive management, department managers, and customer technical and senior management.
• Well-organized; ability to meet deadlines; self-starter; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proven track record of leading teams and/or personnel.