Program Manager

Who We Are
Textron Systems Electronic Systems division is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team in Hunt Valley MD. The Program Manager will lead all sustainment programs for the Mission business.
Mission is our business area focused on its strong lineage of developing and supplying a multitude of operational test product lines. Mission also includes sensor fusion and multi-domain testing at the edge of deployment the critical intersection of highly integrated technology and readiness to keep our customers safe no matter the Mission.
This role requires excellent organization teamwork and communication skills to ensure program execution meets mission objectives and customer expectations. A successful candidate in this role will be action-oriented have strong written and verbal communication and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will have responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Managing the financial technical and schedule requirements of a critical program to deliver products that are technically acceptable on-time and in a cost-effective manner.
• Applying Earned Value (EV) techniques to monitor and control the Performance Measurement Baseline.
• Performing Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities for program budget including development of budgetary baseline review of actual costs and managing variance analysis monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) updates Estimate At Complete (EAC) analysis and sales forecast updates.
• Creating and maintaining resource loaded Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and developing actionable plans to ensure on-time / early completion.
• Managing program Risks & Opportunities.
• Interfacing with critical suppliers subcontractors and Textron Systems internal Procurement/Subcontracts organization to communicate program updates/changes to and from the supplier.
• Coordinating formal briefs meetings and reviews with customers and company leaders.
• Working closely with the customers Program Manager(s) and communicating program progress both internally and externally.
• Leading proposal generation and submittals to the customer.
• Mentor and foster new Project Management talent.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or similar discipline required.
• 8 years of relevant experience including 2 years of Program Management experience in the defense industry.
• Experience evaluating program Risks and Opportunities.
• Understanding of Earned Value Management principles.
• Proposal lead or business capture experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS office.

This position requires that the candidate be a US citizen with or capable of receiving a Secret level security clearance. Qualified applicants will be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for a Secret clearance.

Desired Skills:

• PMP Certification or equivalent.
• Advanced Degree preferred.
• Prior US military or defense / aerospace industry experience.
• Experience using Salesforce

How We Care
At Textron Systems our talented people make us successful.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical Dental Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran
Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.