Software Program Manager Jobs in Acton, MA (NOW HIRING)

Job#: 3040274
Job Description:
Program Manager
Location: Tewksbury, MA (Hybrid)
Role Overview
This role is responsible for managing the implementation of specific government or commercial contracts. The Program Manager will lead and influence the engineering team and cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives. This position involves planning, coordinating, and managing all actions necessary to execute a project, ensuring client requirements are met while directing personnel and managing cost and schedule.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and project schedule with the core team.
• Lead the team through the New Product Introduction lifecycle, including requirements, concept development, design reviews, V&V, and release to production.
• Lead team meetings, technical meetings, program reviews, and gate reviews.
• Work with the cross-functional team to address program issues and manage program risks.
• Communicate regularly and clearly to internal and external program stakeholders.
• Manage cost and schedule, ensure contract compliance, and serve as a principal customer interface.
• Oversee project closeout activities, including collecting lessons learned.
• Direct personnel, provide leadership, and evaluate performance.

Required Qualifications

• BS/BA in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field.
• 10+ years of total experience, with 5+ years of experience as a program manager in hardware and software product development.
• Solid understanding of project management principles, including scope, time, and cost management.
• Experience with PowerPoint presentations for reporting project status and risks.
• Strong risk and stakeholder management experience with proactive problem-solving skills.
• Broad engineering background sufficient to analyze design data related to electrical, software, and mechanical disciplines.
• Effective communication, strategic thinking, leadership, and organizational skills.

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