Responsibilities

Managing and directing the execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met
Leading all meetings and the integrated product team.
Providing interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid and proposal activities
Participating as a team member or leader on bid and proposal activities.
Insuring that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals
Actively seeking new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development
Representing management at program reviews, meetings, seminars, etc.
Preparing for and participating in contract/subcontract negotiations.
Developing and implementing plans and schedules to execute contracts/subcontracts.
Obtaining management approval prior to making decisions that will cause deterioration of established program, cost and schedule objectives.
Developing and implementing corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident.
Performing analysis of schedule and cost on a formal and informal basis and present them to senior management (i.e. earned value management system)
Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution. Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer. Coordinate with
Contracts Administration on issues pertaining to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations.
Providing leadership to program team.
Assuring communication and cooperation among team members and resolves areas of conflict
Managing Internal Research and Development projects
Assure a timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly recorded
Developing and execute program corrective action strategies

Responsibilities/Qualifications

BS Degree in Engineering, Business or Finance
Strong knowledge of program management tools / procedures
Strong experience with cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
Strong experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
Successful track record in managing complex aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
Excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills