Program Manager

Program Manager

Nammo Defense Systems Inc., a defense contractor, manufactures and supports shoulder-fired systems; energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, medium & large caliber ammunitions, mortar ammunition; and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aero-structures.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the role of Program Manager. With independent judgement and discretion, leads multi-disciplinary project teams in new production development programs with integration of advance technology across company functional teams and ongoing production programs with integration of integrated supply chain and other functional teams.

How you will be rewarded as a Program Manager

• Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days
• Off on Fridays
• Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K), employee assistance programs, flexible spending account

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for management of assigned programs including internal and external research and development and production.
• Plans, directs and monitors program budgets and serves as primary customer contact for program information.
• Responsible for financial performance related to budget performance. Establishes managerial, technical and directive means to fulfill contract requirements.
• Responsible for program schedule performance.
• Team leader of a cross-functional matrix-based team including engineering, research, systems integration, marketing, manufacturing, quality, test, procurement and subcontract manager.
• Ensures that all required resources such as personnel and equipment, facilities, etc. are available to support assigned programs.
• Responsible for compliance with legal, contractual and company operational procedures to fulfill contract terms.
• Assists in development of Work Breakdown Structure, task flow plan, and master schedule.
• Controls programs performance through control and reporting methodology, team meetings, design reviews, hardware reviews, consultant reviews, direct observation, and written reports.
• Manages program risks/issues using standardized procedures and tools to minimize program technical, schedule, and budgetary impacts. Generates and delivers program, marketing and technical presentations, both internally and externally.
• Support business development as required to establish pricing and work breakdown estimates
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Experience & Skills:

• BS degree from four-year college or university and 3 to 5+ years of related experience, or an MS or MBA degree.
• Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work is checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of superior.
• Applies advanced business principles, theories and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts.
• Provides business/technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives.
• Decisions would affect the financial, employee, or public relations posture of the company. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would result in failure to achieve major goals and objectives of the organization.
• Serves as organization spokesperson for ongoing projects.
• General knowledge of other related disciplines including engineering, supply chain, business development, quality, and manufacturing.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple, but accurate correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical and contractual instructions in various forms and deal with several abstract and concrete concepts.
• Must be skilled in the use of standard MS Office products, including MS Project.
• Interact with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
• Ability to obtain approval through ATF to handle Nammo products and information.

**Note**: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.

Our values are the fundamental principles guiding the way we do business and interact with stakeholders.
DEDICATION: We are enthusiastic and creative, always searching for the best solutions.
PRECISION: We are reliable and accurate in our technology, processes and business.
CARE: We are inclusive and open-minded, always encouraging team spirit and cooperation.

Nammo and its subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.