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AeroVironment

Program Manager I

AeroVironment, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93097

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Worker Type Regular

Job Description Summary

The Program Manager I (PM) is accountable for the support of the execution of company programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM understands the program life-cycle and supports all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Working with a lead PM, the PM I acts as a focal point and authority for one or more Programs’ execution, and provides a single point of contact for program activities to internal customers.

Position Responsibilities

Supports the Management of the program throughout the program’s life-cycle

Ensure alignment with Internal customers

Implementation and management of lead PM’s program controls and success criteria

Support the identification, analysis, and management all program-level risk

Coordinate and align project teams and their inter-dependencies

Establish, communicate, and manage program priorities

Align and inform stakeholders of program’s status and health

Lead program meetings and program reviews for internal customers and teams

Support the development, maintenance and reporting of program statistics

Analyze potential changes in program scope and characterize potential impact(s)

Assist and/or coordinate the preparation of cost and technical proposals

Ensure adherence to Company policies and processes

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering related field

2 – 5 years of experience in Program Management or related field

Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is a plus

Experience with International (ex-US) programs is desired

Experience in a highly technical environment

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

PMI (or equivalent) certification (CAPM or higher) is a plus

Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired

Knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes

Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams

Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines

A strong communicator able to articulate goals to team

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project)

Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results

Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions

Strong verbal and written skills

Strong Analytical and strategic thinking ability

Leadership skills

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is: $79,037 - $112,035

ITAR Requirement:

T his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine‑launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

What We Do Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand‑launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real‑time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

U.S. Citizenship required U.S. Citizenship required.

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