Program Manager - Military Veterans

Title: Program Manager

Section: Program Management

Type: Full-Time

Classification: Salary, Exempt

Location: Fulcrum Concepts HQ, Mattaponi, VA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Manager is responsible for planning, overseeing and leading projects from ideation through to completion. A successful Program Manager will efficiently manage program cost, schedule, and performance utilizing available personnel and processes. The Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact for everything involving a project’s contractual requirements, organization, and timeline.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Execution | 90%

• Actively lead on and maintain responsibility and accountability for Fulcrum’s program performance (technical, cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction) on all programs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all relevant program management activities
• Create long- and short-term schedules, including milestones, deadlines, and the allocation of resources
• Communicate internally across sections and externally with both customers and end-users
• Prioritize Fulcrum’s internal resources across multiple programs
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in scope, schedule, and costs.
• Develop and implement recovery plans for off-schedule and unanticipated eventualities.

Support for Operations | 10%

• Work across the company to streamline program execution and support Lean Initiatives
• Communicate with company leadership, managers, and supervisors as necessary to keep projects aligned with goals and deadlines.
• Participate in relevant training and development opportunities, company coordination meetings, and company leadership meetings

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift light loads as necessary.
• Ability to operate in a clerical setting, routinely using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Experience with DOD contracts and a related demonstration of leadership credentials.
• A minimum of 5 years of strong management experience showcasing the ability to establish solid working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Program management experience in the field of aviation, engineering, and developmental programs.
• A demonstrated ability to plan effectively, be resilient to change, and operate in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and personalities.
• A demonstrated pro-active self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects at once in a dynamic, fast-paced environment alongside a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
• High ethical standards.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Experience with Independent Research & Development (IR&D) programs.
• A demonstrated ability to achieve cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

• Subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A SECRET, TS, or TS/SCI clearance may be required.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Management, or similar technical discipline.
• PMP Certification (or U.S. Military equivalent) preferred.

BENEFITS

• 401k Safe Harbor Savings Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave Packages
• 13 Annual Paid Holidays
• 9/80 Work Schedule