Director Programs - Undersea Systems

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Burnsville, MN • 18h ago

Job ID: 112435

The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

Job Summary

Based in our Display, Processing, and Networking Center of Excellence located in Johnstown, PA or our Engineering Center of Excellence located in Burnsville, MN, this position will be responsible for providing leadership in support of the Naval Electronics' Undersea Systems line of business (LOB) which includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment).

Job Responsibilities

Ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across programs within the Undersea Systems LOB

Track all program cost, schedules and performance against established program milestones; reporting the status to management stakeholders on a regular basis

Develop and implement recovery plans for yellow and red programs (i.e. schedule, technical performance)

Ensure program methodologies for the LOB and the program management directives are followed

Work closely with existing customers, and obtain feedback on the company's performance

Work closely with business development, marketing and sales to enhance the business portfolio

May lead meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close)

Manage inventory effectively

Manage internal research and development programs within LOB

Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders

Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring

May lead monthly program reviews for the Undersea Systems LOB

Conduct program reviews that identify root-cause and corrective action as well as continuous improvement and financial performance

Work closely with Business Development to provide future opportunities for existing customers and solutions for new customers

Understand and implement lean and process improvement principles (i.e. Lean Six Sigma)

Understand and develop methodologies that allow program managers to apply leading verses lagging indicators

Develop processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and mitigating risk throughout the program life cycle

Qualifications

Engineering or business degree required

Master's degree preferred

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience

Certification in Program Management preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU level 3)

Advanced knowledge of program management tools and procedures

Leadership and management skills, particularly "influence management" and "conflict resolution"

Significant experience throughout the program lifecycle from development through sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation for cost reduction and performance improvement efforts

Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis

Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management

Excellent customer interface skills

Advanced problem solving skills

Excellent presentation skills

Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control

Must have a successful track record in managing complex aerospace/defense programs as a prime or sub contractor

Must have a portfolio of programs in which financial objectives (profit, cash flow, revenue, bookings) were achieved

Experience with turnaround programs in which recovery was successful preferred

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The expected pay scale for this position is $142,000/year - $240,000/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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