Program Manager II

Program Manager II

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security / warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we've demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price.

At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

Essential Job Functions

This is an entry to mid-level position in Program Management :

• Defines program / project objectives, creates, and maintains program plan / schedule, and directly manages program budget to meet established company and customer objectives.
• Issues project instructions and controls changes to project scope and designs in compliance with established quality system.
• Ensures that the program / project team achieves objectives for scheduling, engineering, quality, and cost control.
• Breaks work down into manageable tasks required to meet the objectives of the program / project and customer, which includes the assigning and / or directing the work of others.
• Ensures satisfaction of all contractual and Statement of Work requirements.
• Establishes a risk management program, and ensures all risks are mitigated.
• Reports program status and performance, as required by contract or management.
• Interfaces with the customer and other company personnel on technical, production, and procurement issues.
• Coordinates the cost estimates (labor & material) associated with out of scope activities or future work.
• Responsible for managing root cause analysis efforts on nonconforming product for assigned projects; troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action.
• Keeps customers informed of program schedules and status.
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data, using computer.
• Coordinates and leads meetings as required to plan and communicate all aspects of assigned projects.
• Works with other internal departments to develop a resource allocation plan.
• Establishes the earned value baseline.
• Establishes and monitors program metrics.
• Grows existing programs to increase revenues.
• Monitors program performance, formulates and takes corrective actions to mitigate deviations to the program plans and alert management of potential problems when necessary.
• Coordinates with multiple major contractors and / or Government user.
• Supports subcontractor development efforts, including delivery management.
• Works within the company to ensure program quality assurance performance.
• Manages the integration and testing of hardware and software.
• Works with other internal program managers to help develop a mutual resource allocation plan.
• Works with contracts personnel to identify out of scope activities and ensure contract deliverables are met.
• Oversees the receipt, assembly, test, and quality of deliverable hardware to customers.
• Follows safety precautions.
• Communicates and represents the company professionally with all levels of internal and external personnel.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

May have supervisory responsibility for support staff as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required :

Preferred :

Education and Experience

Required :

Preferred :

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

Office and or manufacturing environment

Travel Requirements

0-25% - May require frequent travel locally. domestically and / or international

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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