Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride west of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.
- Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
- Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
- Fast-paced environment
- Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!
CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this exempt position is $160k - $213k Our strong benefits offerings include eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.
JOB SUMMARY :
In leadership of the recently awarded 5-year Testers program by the U.S. Air Force, the Senior Program Manager will attain company objectives by managing development and production programs, within the constraints of scope, quality, schedule, cost and delivery of mission and safety critical products that meet contract requirements. The Sr. Program Manager assumes operational oversight for assigned programs including marshalling the required resources across functions to ensure that unit production, repair and associated objectives are met. This position requires a leader with demonstrated program management expertise and proven experience leading programs in a matrixed and functional organization.
Requirements :
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Effectively lead a multi-functional program team of contracts, engineering, finance, quality, purchasing, manufacturing, and business development personnel to achieve project successExecute program activities in accordance with established company program management proceduresExecute Earned Value Management system in accordance with ANSI / EIA-748 for Integrated Master Plan and Integrated Master ScheduleManagement of cost, schedule and technical baseline within program constraintsProgram Risk Management processes including mitigation plans and reportsLead overall proposal development activities and fulfill lead role in capture process for new or modified contractsPursue related business growth opportunitiesApprove, track and report all appropriate program expendituresAssist management and team members in understanding, accepting and communicating budgeting, scheduling and measurement concepts, theory and alternative approachesOrganize program work utilizing the program plan and monitoring approachAnalyze validity of schedules, budgets, risks and actions submitted by program teams and outside parties contributing to the programProduce comprehensive schedules, budgets, risk databases and action item lists in various formats and detail to suit different programs or audiences that document, sequence and integrate : action items, program tasks, production operations, supplier material, customer or government furnished material, data, or other project / program activityLead management, program team and customer meetings and document meeting minutesMonitor actual progress, compare to baseline and report progress against schedule and budget as well as analyze and report trends and budget or schedule riskReview contracts and solicitations to identify budget and schedule requirements and constraints and forecast the impact of proposed changeOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :
Follow all company policies and proceduresOther duties / responsibilities assigned by the Senior Leadership TeamComply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and proceduresEDUCATION
Bachelor’s in Engineering related discipline; MS or MBA preferredProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationEXPERIENCE
10+ years Programs of Record Program Management in Aviation / Aerospace / Defense industry experienceSKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS
Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards related to Program Management within a manufacturing environment, preferably withinExperience in electromechanical devices, applicable to aviation, aerospace and defenseApplication of concepts and principlesKnowledge of applicable laws and regulationsUnderstanding of engineering principles combining hardware, software, and mechanical assemblyFamiliar with principles of systems engineeringUnderstanding of Department of Defense FAR’s and DFAR’sRisk identification and managementInterpretation of customer needsPresentation creation and deliveryDeveloping and maintaining business relationshipsData analysisExcellent problem solving skills, sound judgment, initiative and creativityExcellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, team leadership, and organizational skillsHigh energy and aggressive approach to issuesWork ethics of high integrity throughout all areas of internal and external business activityCompetent with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, MS Project)Managing competing prioritiesTeam building, and delegating / coachingProposal generation, management and negotiationMaterial and labor quotingStaff and skill mix allocationProject management planning, tracking, and adjustmentAbility to manage multiple tasksWillingness and ability to travelMust be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices.LEADERSHIP and ORGANIZATIONAL KNOWLEDGE :
Organizational constructs within a matrixed business environmentEarned value management principles, manufacturing requirements planning, government contracting, business / proposal strategiesProject management best practices, policies and procedures, negotiationProblem solvingPersonnel developmentPHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Lifting carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Routine use of a computer and extended periods of sitting at a desk.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications require of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and / or required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here : EEOC Know Your Rights
CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here : CED EEO Policy Statement
CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Humanresources@ced.us.com or call (630)969-0620 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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