A Program Manager 1 is responsible for assisting with overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation of various projects by coordinating project teams, set project goals, create project plans, allocate resources, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of deliverables. They also track project budgets, manage risks, and communicate project updates to stakeholders.
Essential Functions
- Assist the Program Director or other Program Managers and customers in determining project requirements and developing a work plan to execute the work.
- Assist with or develop cost and/or technical proposals for assigned and new projects.
- Assist in the management of or manage assigned project cost, schedule, scope, and budget.
- Assist with or act as the hiring manager for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of all candidates.
- Ensure projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety and compliance.
- Ensure all personnel meet/exceed professional standards and embrace the AEVEX culture.
- Effectively communicate expectations and develop innovative strategies to enhance organizational capabilities that support operational priorities and requirements.
- Prepare and update project plans and status reports and provide updates on customer and corporate issues.
- Serve as the point of contact for all customer contact and inquiries, general correspondence, requests for technical and pricing data, and other program transactions.
- Develop or assist in the development of program schedules, integrating industry best practices to meet or exceed program financial goals.
- Develops and maintains strong working relationships both internally and externally, and positively represents the organization.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 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.
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Working knowledge of US Military and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
- Ability to develop and mentor/ others.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suites (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Always demonstrates Professionalism and Integrity.
Leadership Competencies
- Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day-to-day function of the department.
- Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
- Champions AEVEX’s 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 AEVEX’s policies and procedures.
Education / Certifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited University (MS or MBA preferred).
- Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification or DAWIA Level 1 (preferred) Experience
- 5-8 years Program/Project Management experience is desired.
- Military or defense industry experience
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Physical Requirements Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment Note: For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
AEVEX provides a reasonable range of compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this position is for the listed location only.
Salary Range
$100,000—$120,000 USD
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, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
