Program Manager

Job description

Must be U.S. citizen due to U.S. Government contract requirements.

Are you tired of office politics and bureaucracy? Do you want to be part of a rapidly growing team?

Arkham Technology is doubling in size this coming year. We focus on getting things done without the drama and politics and that has resulted in our rapid growth! We need more great people to help us keep up our momentum, and to add to our fun. We have a cohesive team focused on innovative projects. Free snacks, espresso, coffee and group activities are all part of the fuel that propels us forward.

If you love working on fun projects big and small, are excited about finding solutions to problems… if you love working with amazingly genuine people, this is the place for you. We are looking for exceptional folks who love what they do and want to work with others who are just as passionate. We think we have the best work environment out there, but apply for a position and come take a look.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Active clearance preferred.

Job Requirements

The Program Manager must demonstrate aptitude for planning, coordinating, and directing teams to cost, schedule, and performance objectives. The position requires capability of providing direction for operations and ensuring compliance with all management policies, plans, and procedures which includes close coordination with Quality Assurance and Configuration Management.

Selected candidate must have the ability to develop project schedules, cost accounting plans, and other technical documentation for hardware and software projects, such as requirement specifications, Concept of Operations and Basis of Estimate documentation for proposals.

This position is also responsible for Project Management tasks to include coordination of detailed project plans across multiple groups, development of comprehensive program plans, and technical coordination across hardware and software groups and ensures all contract deliverables meet the contract specifications. This manager coordinates and facilitates project team meetings, interacts with customers, attends technical interchange meetings, coordinates and facilitates design review presentations, collects and coordinates status data for inclusion in Program Management Reviews.

The Program Manager must at all times be a role model to subordinate employees, be a workforce motivator, be a provider of constructive criticism and communicates goals, objectives, and policies of the organization to the employee. The Program Manager must have a positive customer service orientation with an ability to develop and maintain relationships with site support personnel in addition to demonstrating strong interpersonal skills working with senior program customers as well as military customers. Must have excellent decision-making capability, people management skills, and be capable of interfacing with all levels of functional and program management.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned commensurate with performance or due to business needs.

Required Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as business, project management, engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience: 8+ years of relevant work experience in project management or related roles, with customer facing experience. Prior experience managing projects or programs of increasing complexity and scope.

Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft toolset including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project is a must. Good working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM).

Leadership and Management Skills: Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate cross-functional teams. Excellent presentation, management and interpersonal skills for working with team members, stakeholders, and customers.

Budget and Financial Management: Proficiency in managing program budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring financial objectives are met.

Risk Management: Skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with program activities.

Stakeholder Management: Proficiency in building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, clients, and team members.

Security Clearance: Current Government Secret (or higher) security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced Education: A master's degree in project management, business administration, engineering or a related field.

Quality Assurance: Knowledge of quality management principles and the ability to implement quality assurance and quality control measures.

Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, as well as the flexibility to handle unexpected challenges.

Ethics and Integrity: A strong commitment to ethical conduct and integrity, particularly important when managing high-impact programs.

Industry Knowledge: System Integration experience and knowledge of space ground systems.

Project Management Certification: Recognized project management certification, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Arkham Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not base decisions on race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 8 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person