The Sr. Program Manager is responsible for directing the determination of project requirements and work plans, ensuring safety and compliance, and maintaining professional standards aligned with AEVEX culture. They manage project plans, budgets, and customer relations, implement DOD/NDAA compliance, develop program schedules, and maintain strong internal and external relationships to meet operational priorities and financial goals.
Essential Functions
- Ensures projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety (physical and airworthiness) and compliance.
- Responsible and accountable for all aspects (from inception to completion) of assigned Repair, Modification, Manufacturing, Engineering, Certification, or Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Development programs including execution (financials, schedule, technical performance, quality, supply chain, and customer engagement) and ensuring program commitments are met on budget and schedule.
- Acts as primary project contact to establish key stakeholder, both internal and external, requirements and project objectives. Directs all phases of projects or subsystems of major projects from inception through completion. Coordinates commitments with internal and external stakeholders to fulfill strategies and requirements of the program.
- Leads or participates with the growth team in the creation of new business strategies, product roadmaps and captures including development of strategic and financial plans. Leads the development and delivery of new business captures and proposals.
- Participates in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including coordinating preparation of proposals, business plans, statements of work, estimates and budgets, schedule/lead times, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and to protect the organizations interests.
- Identifies and capitalizes on program opportunities to increase company revenues and customer satisfaction.
- Works autonomously with limited oversight leading large projects and programs by developing program plans, schedules and budgets for programs under his/her responsibility.
- Analyzes data and monitors programs to ensure adherence to contract scope of work, cost, schedule, quality, airworthiness and technical specifications.
- Develops, maintains, and presents plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project/program to internal executive leadership and customers.
- Demonstrates continuous improvement initiatives to optimize organizational capabilities to improve efficiency and quality.
- Effectively communicates expectations and develops innovative strategies to enhance organizational capabilities that support operational priorities and requirements.
- Proactively identifies and addresses risks and opportunities, and develops solutions to problems which require critical thinking, creativity, and innovation to ensure the successful completion of projects/programs.
- Leads program work with the various functional organizations to ensure alignment with the project/program objectives.
- May act as the hiring manager for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of candidates.
- Ensures all personnel meet/exceed professional standards and embrace the AEVEX culture.
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
Qualifications and Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), and FAA Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs).
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential.
- Ability to develop and mentor/coach others.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong relationship building and negotiation skills.
- Detail oriented with strong planning, organizational, project management, and analytical skills.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Demonstrates professionalism and integrity at all times.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suites (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
Leadership Competencies
- Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day-to-day function of the department.
- Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
- Champions AEVEXs culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
- Coaches, mentors, engage and develop the team, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and learning opportunities.
- Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
- Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and appropriate email, and regular interpersonal communication.
- Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with AEVEXs policies and procedures.
Education / Certifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited University (MS or MBA preferred)
- Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred
Experience
- 15 or more years Program/Project Management experience
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We welcome candidates with diverse strengths, experiences, backgrounds, and capabilities, who share a passion for Empowering People to Make the World a Safer Place.
