Program Manager

DESCRIPTIONnThis position requires confidence, independent action, initiative, a sense of urgency, and the ability to make decisions and take responsibility for them. A well-suited candidate can react and adjust quickly to changing conditions and come up with practical ideas for dealing with them. The style is purposeful, directed at getting things done quickly. There is a great deal of challenge and pressure, and people and problems must be handled with confidence and determination.n

nWORKING WITH AEVEXnBecoming part of the AEVEX Aerospace family means joining a highly qualified and dedicated team that appreciates the opportunities and rewards that come with supporting critical, no-fail missions.nAt AEVEX, you'll find expertly-credentialed, innovative team players who are the best at what they do and constantly strive to meet high expectations in an ever-changing environment.n
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• Provide expertise exhibiting a depth of knowledge across operations to include operational, engineering, maintenance, system test and technical management disciplines.
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• Work directly with the customer to determine project requirements, develop a work plan, execute the work and deliver their part on the work performed.
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• Act as the hiring manager for assigned projects/programs; supervise the screening, selection, and hiring of all candidates.
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• Ensure projects/programs are executed to the highest level of safety and compliance while maintaining all personnel meet professional standards.
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• Accomplish performance appraisals, provide feedback to and mentor employees, take corrective or developmental actions as required.
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• Participate in proposal writing, review, and development of cost and pricing data.
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• Analyze operational capability requirements and determine adequate technical solutions.
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• Perform technical evaluations of contractor proposals for program management personnel and Government Contracting Officers.
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• Develop acquisition strategy, project schedules, program plans, financial plans and other time-sensitive documentation.
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• Develop Program budget, forecasts, and Contribution Margin analysis.
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• Prepare contract Statements of Work and Contract Data Requirements Lists.
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• Assist customer program managers in monitoring contractor schedule and performance.
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• Research existing and evolving technology for application to the programs.
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• Act as primary company interface with customers.
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• Be a champion of AEVEX culture and values in all aspects of day to day functions.
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• Perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's Degree
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• Secret clearance, Top Secret preferred
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• Military or Defense Industry experience in managing flight operations, logistics, or maintenance programs (highly desired)
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• Must have experience and understanding of Group 3-5 UAS operations
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• Experience in SOF aviation/operations (highly desired)
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• Familiarity with US Military and Federal Acquisition Regulations (desired)
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• 3-5 years of Project/Program management experience (desired)
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• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (certification required within 6 months of employment)
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Products to include Word, Excel, Project, and Access
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• Proficiency with Adobe Products to include Acrobat and Photoshop
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About AEVEX Aerospace

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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 company's 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, Massachusetts, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

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