Senior Program Manager (Technical)

Program Manager

Kratos is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development and verification of complex multi-faceted satellite ground resource management, communication, and control projects and programs. This position is based in Colorado Springs, CO, and it encompasses multiple dimensions of Program Management and leadership with knowledge of Systems Development, Engineering, Site Construction, Integration, and Verification.

The successful candidate will be part of the Kratos Space Federal team and will be responsible for leading project / program teams that will have multiple development activities occurring in parallel to successfully meet the project / program requirements and the customer's needs. The responsibilities of this position are :

• Strategically and tactically planning program actions, milestones, and success metrics for Kratos and supporting subcontractors and ensuring alignment with our customer
• Scoping and establishing the program's requirements, budget, and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) through an Earned Value Management System
• Establishing program Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & Milestones to assess program progress and ensure a tight correlation between budget and task execution
• Proactively leading risk identification and mitigation plans, and proactively conducting and leading contingency plans
• Leading and coordinating highly technical cross-functional engineering teams and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) on multi-faceted and complex satellite communication, command, mission management, and relevant site construction
• Establishing and maintaining effective customer relationships, negotiating contracts, system and regulatory requirements, and effective program coordination / execution, understanding the customer's needs in addition to the Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, as well as, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) requirements.
• Establishing and maintaining effective subcontractor relationships, negotiating contracts, system and regulatory requirements, and effective program coordination / execution, building a partnership
• Effective budgeting and performance management or both Firm Fixed Price and Cost-Plus type projects, for a Certified Accounting System using Earned Value Management f, in correlation with the IMS. Ability to speak to schedule or cost variances and support the team producing Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for delivery to the customer are required.
• Effectively manage program technical and business baselines, and appropriately manage any requirements scope creep from the customer
• Work with our engineering experts to provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutions
• Collaborate with functional / resource managers (matrix organization) to allocate staff resources and identify resource needs
• Properly manage classified information and activities
• Manage the capture of Engineering Change Proposals by leading proposal efforts
• Interface directly with customers to ensure project requirements are met and guarantee our performance exceeds customer expectations
• Support the IPTs to develop and deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, quarterly Program Management Reviews, kickoff meetings, test events) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level
• Report on project financial performance and schedule performance to senior management on a monthly basis
• Drive material purchases through certified Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) processes
• Travel as necessary to attend customer meetings or internal planning sessions
• Proactively be a strong team player

Required Experience :

Preferred Skills and Experience :

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills. Competitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range : $175,000-$225,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offeringsfrom commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Keyword : STEM, PMP, MS Project, EVMS FFP, CPFF, T&M, U.S. Citizen, Subcontract management, Managed System of Systems development, verification, and delivery

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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