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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated. Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Full time Director I Program Management for our Bridgeton, MO location. They will be responsible for leading programs in the Heavy Systems Manufacturing (HSM) line of business (LOB) for Land Systems –program management function. This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) of the business segment. This position ensures proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across the business segment. This position will function at a medium level of complexity and independence while reporting to the Land Systems Vice President Program Management – Heavy System Manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for leading the line of business (LOB) and/or Company (CO) program management function. This includes full life cycle management (development, production, and sustainment) of the LOB and/or CO. Ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performance across LOB and/or CO. 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/or CO 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 all meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close). Manage inventory effectively. Manage internal research and development programs within LOB and/or CO Develop internal relationships with management stakeholders. Manage Program Management development to include coaching, teaching, retaining, attracting, and mentoring. Lead monthly program reviews for the Company or 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. Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.

Auto req ID

452446BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Director

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities Part II:

Qualifications

This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. U.S. Citizenship required. 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 such as a prime or sub contractor to a domestic or foreign military organization. Must have excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills Must have a portfolio of programs in which financial objectives (profit, cash flow, revenue, bookings) were . Experience with turnaround programs in which recovery was successful preferred.

Pay:

The expected pay scale for this position is $142,675/year-$221,503/year. 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.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

Qualifications:

This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. Certification in Program Management preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU level 3).

City*

Bridgeton

State*

Missouri

Job Code

Director Director

Affiliate Sponsor

Leonardo DRS Land Systems

Salary Range

>$100,000 Seniority level

Seniority level Director Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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