Overview: Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to its space, missile defense, strategic, tactical missile and armaments customers throughout domestic and international markets.
We offer a complete line of propulsion products for launch vehicles, missile defense, and advanced hypersonic propulsion.
Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future.We are seeking a Sr.
Specialist, Program Management to join our growing location in Orange, VA.What we can offer you:Inspiring Company Culture
– Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impacton our nations aerospace and defense legacy.
Read more about our culture: Careers | Aerojet Rocketdyne.Work/Life Balance
– 3 weeks of vacation to start plus additional sick allowance.
9/80 schedule providing for longer weekends.
Annual 1 week year-end company shut down.Comprehensive Health Benefits
– Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs.Prepare for the Future
– 401(k) with company match.Professional Development
– Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program.This position may be filled at this level or one level higher.
Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each): 50%
– Under minimal direction, the Program Manager provides general program direction, control, and coordination.
Responsible for management and contract performance of a program or elements of a program.
Responsible for multi-functional or complex programs.
Manages and directs assigned programs, which includes defining and understanding program scope, managing overall schedules and budget in accordance with applicable contractual and Aerojet Rocketdyne policies.
Assures through the assigned program team that contract performance responsibility is properly delegated to performing organizations and outside suppliers.
Provide the primary Aerojet Rocketdyne interface with the customer.
Develop and implement plans for follow-on production programs including proposal development, submittal, negotiation, and definitization.
Participates in the forecast of awards/margins and sales/profit for assigned programs as part of the Aerojet Rocketdyne business planning cycle.
Provides guidance and assistance to project team in meeting established schedules or to resolve complex technical or operations problems.25%
– Responsible for effectively utilizing functional organizations to integrate research and development, production, quality assurance, test, production support, procurement, contractual and financial data.25%
– Acts as primary interface for communications with the customer and is accountable for the successful accomplishment of all contractual requirements.
Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline and at least fifteen (15) years of experience in a directly related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This position requires the ability to direct and control overall organizational resources.Desirable Qualifications:Masters degree in an appropriate discipline.Project Management Institute (PMI) certification.Demonstrated managerial level of leadership.Extensive knowledge of financial management and business development practices.May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S.
Security Clearance at the appropriate level.
Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.Being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 may be a condition of employment at Aerojet Rocketdyne.
Proof of vaccination or an accommodation request approved by Aerojet Rocketdyne will be required prior to starting employment with the Company.Work Environment and Physical Requirements:Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 15 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
May require the ability to travel by air or auto.
May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat.
These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.