Director, Program Management

Director, Program Management

The Director, Program Management will oversee the Program / Project Managers responsible for scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of organizational programs. Provide leadership direction with proposal development, contract negotiation and contract compliance. Provide leadership direction on proposal preparation which may include assisting with plans, specifications and financial terms of various government and / or commercial contracts. Assists with business development initiatives. Ensures master plans and schedules are followed, developing solutions to program challenges, and directing others for successful completion of project on time and on budget. Directs people who lead cross-functional program / project teams that are focused on the design and delivery of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

Position Responsibilities

• Formulates and executes long-term master plans and schedules in the support of UAS design and development
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the Program Management Office. Accountable for departmental objectives and deliverables
• Typically will lead a team size of 5 to 8 Program / Project Managers
• Develops, defines and executes project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables.
• Identifies needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles
• Monitors the product / program / project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with both internal and external customers and field-based employees on technical matters, as needed.
• Assigns and monitors work of project / program management staff, providing leadership, mentoring, and technical support and direction.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications
• Prepare budgets, bids, or contracts.
• Supports the assessment of project feasibility by analyzing technology, resource needs, or market demand.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, standards, or procedures for Program Management, engineering and technical work
• Review, recommend, or approve contracts or cost estimates
• Direct recruitment, placement, and evaluation of engineering project staff
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Physical Demands

The salary range for this role is : $160,000 - $226,800

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education / training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement : This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and / or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and / or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9 / 80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.