Job Description

PROGRAM MANAGER

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KRATOS UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS - A DIVISION OF KRATOS DEFENSE & SECURITY SYSTEMS WWW.KRATOSDEFENSE.COM

• A company that offers advancement opportunities.
• A company that encourages a collaborative work environment, where you have a voice with your ideas. A company that appreciates your hard work.
• A company that runs lean on bureaucracy, yes you will work hard but your project involvement may include a greater scope than you have had in the past.
• Multiple new government contracts are driving growth and hiring.

OUR PRODUCTS:

• XQ-58A Valkyrie - Part of the Skyborg Program
• UTAP-22 Mako
• BQM-177A is the US Navy’s next-generation Sub-Sonic Aerial Target (SSAT)
• BQM-167A Air Force Subscale Aerial Target (AFSAT)
• MQM-178 Firejet

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

This is an entry to mid-level position in Program Management

• Defines program/project objectives, creates and maintains program plan/schedule, and directly manages program budget to meet established company and customer objectives
• Issues project instructions and controls changes to project scope and designs in compliance with established quality system.
• Ensures that the program/project team achieves objectives for scheduling, engineering, quality, and cost control.
• Breaks work down into manageable tasks required to meet the objectives of the program/project and customer, which includes the assigning and/or directing the work of others.
• Ensures satisfaction of all contractual and Statement of Work (SOW) requirements.
• Establishes a risk management program, and ensures all risks are mitigated.
• Reports program status and performance, as required by contract or management.
• Interfaces with the customer and other company personnel on technical, production, and procurement issues.
• Coordinates the cost estimates (labor & material) associated with out of scope activities or future work.
• Responsible for managing root cause analysis efforts on nonconforming product for assigned projects; troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action.
• Keeps customers informed of program schedules and status.
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data, using computer.
• Coordinates and leads meetings as required to plan and communicate all aspects of assigned projects.
• Works with other internal departments to develop a resource allocation plan.
• Establishes the earned value baseline.
• Establishes and monitors program metrics.
• Grows existing programs to increase revenues.
• Monitors program performance, formulates and takes corrective actions to mitigate deviations to the program plans and alert management of potential problems when necessary.
• Coordinates with multiple major contractors and/or Government user.
• Supports subcontractor development efforts, including delivery management.
• Works within the company to ensure program quality assurance performance.
• Manages the integration and testing of hardware and software.
• Works with other internal program managers to help develop a mutual resource allocation plan.
• Works with contracts personnel to identify out of scope activities and ensure contract deliverables are met.
• Oversees the receipt, assembly, test, and quality of deliverable hardware to customers.
• Follows safety precautions.
• Communicates and represents the Company professionally with all levels of internal and external personnel.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Other duties may be assigned

   

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  

• May have supervisory responsibility for support staff as assigned.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards

• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors

• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary

• Ability to adhere to workplace rules and procedures

• Understanding of and experience working with FAR/DFAR and Contract requirements

• Excellent customer relationship development and management skills

• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functionally to meet program/project requirements.

• Demonstrated strong communication and presentation skills.

• A high degree of innovation and creativity.

• Strong problem solving skills

• Proven track record in a high variety, low volume manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of the marketplace and customer needs, objectives and expectations.

• Ability to provide effective direction, leadership and team building.

• Demonstrated abilities to plan, prioritize and delegate work assignments.

• Skills and abilities to provide technical and administrative guidance for activities in defined scope of responsibilities.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.

• Ability to develop program strategy and goals in alignment with overall company objectives.

• Solid presentation skills and the ability to communicate, influence, and gain commitment of stakeholders.

• Ability to work well in a team, and to shine as an individual.

• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship) including meeting all DD254 requirements when applicable.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of ISO9001/AS9100 requirements.

• Demonstrated leadership in a complex development environment.

• Familiarity with contract provisions applicable to contracts and subcontracts.

• Strong working knowledge of business financial systems / processes.

• Leadership experience in the aerospace industry.

• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

• Extensive knowledge of KUAS product lines, policies, and procedures.

• Hands-on skills in the areas of desktop computer applications (MS Office), proposal development, and the opportunity management process.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE::

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

• Program Management Professional Certification

• Detailed understanding of doing business with the US Gov’t and DoD customer especially with aerial target systems or flight operations

• 3-5 years Program Management experience, ideally in support of Department of Defense contracts

In lieu of a the educational requirements, a minimum of 10 years directly related Program Manager experience in support of DoD contracts may be considered.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and or manufacturing environment

• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time

• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

CALIFORNIA POSITIONS

• AIRCRAFT COMPOSITE LAYUP FABRICATOR I-III (DAY SHIFT) SACRAMENTO, CA
• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I-III (Grave) Sacramento, CA
• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I-III - Swing Shift
• Aircraft/Avionics Technician I-III Sacramento, CA
• Buyer I-III Roseville, CA
• Chief Engineer Roseville, CA
• CNC Machinist I-III - Swing/Grave Sacramento, CA
• Composite Assembler I-III Sacramento, CA
• Configuration Data Manager Roseville, CA
• Financial Analyst I-II Roseville, CA
• Grinder/Sander I-III
• Group Manager, Vehicle Systems Roseville, CA
• Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer, Roseville, CA
• Integration and Test Engineer II-III Roseville, CA
• Maintenance Technician I-III Sacramento, CA
• Manufacturing Engineer IV
• Material Program Manager Roseville, CA
• Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Analysis Roseville, CA
• Mechanical Inspector I-III (Day/Swing)
• Mechanical/Structures Engineer I-II
• Mechanical/Structures Engineer I-IV Roseville, CA
• Painter I-II
• Painter I-II (Swing)
• Pricing Analyst III Roseville, CA
• Product Assurance Specialist
• Production Program Manager Sacramento, CA
• Program Manager Roseville, CA
• Project Engineer - Flight Science
• Project Engineer Roseville, CA
• Project Finance Manager Roseville, CA
• Proposal Manager Roseville, CA
• Quality Engineer I-IV Roseville, CA
• RF Electrical/Electronics Engineer III-IV, Roseville, CA
• Shipping & Receiving Clerk I
• Senior Business Process Project Manager, Roseville, CA
• Sr. Cost Accountant Roseville, CA
• Sr. Project Engineer Roseville, CA
• Senior Supplier Quality Manager Roseville, CA
• Senior Trade Compliance Analyst Roseville, CA
• Systems Engineer Roseville CA or Austin TX

OKLAHOMA POSITIONS

• Advanced Manufacturing Technician I-III (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Aircraft Avionics Technician I-III (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I-III (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Composite Assembler I-III (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Industrial Engineer I-III (OKC)
• Inventory Clerk I-II (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Mechanical Inspector III/IV (OK) Oklahoma City, OK
• Mechanical Inspector I-III Swing Shift (OK)
• Painter I-II (OK)
• Production Planner I-III (OKC) Oklahoma City, OK
• Shipping & Receiving Clerk I-III (OK)

TEXAS POSITION

• Systems Engineer Austin TX

For more information submit your resume or set a time to talk to Kratos Senior Technical Recruiter Ken Klein - https://calendly.com/kratosrecruiting/15min

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Company Description

Over the past several years Kratos has taken a commercial, venture-backed approach by investing in and producing high performance, technology leading systems, including affordable, unmanned aerial tactical drones prior to requirement or formal program of record. Today, Kratos has four affordable, reusable, expendable, or attritable drones flying which we can discuss, including Valkyrie, Mako, Gremlins (under Prime Contractor Dynetics), and Air Wolf, each of which is made in America and, we believe, provides Kratos an industry leading position in a large, new opportunity area