Production Program Manager III - MTC

*Contingent upon contract award* This position is contingent upon Elbit America being awarded the Mobile Tactical Cannon program. Any employment offer and start date for this role will be subject to final contract award and program approval. Job Summary Program Manager III is a senior Program Management position supporting the production line for the Mobile Tactical Cannon. The Program Manager III has responsibility for ensuring the planning and performance of assigned complex programs throughout all phases of the program lifecycle. They are responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance of assigned programs and for using that successful execution to drive future growth. They maintain effective customer communication, proactively respond to the customer, and gain customer trust by meeting commitments and quality standards. They may mentor and/or lead junior project or program managers. They will forecast sales, new business, and gross profit on their programs, needed to meet the operational goals of the business unit. They provide direction to program teams or Integrated Product Teams in achieving excellence in program execution using Earned Value and other techniques to identify program issues and monitor program performance. Responsibilities and Tasks Lead the matrixed team to deliver Mobile Tactical Cannon vehicles on time and within budget (engineering, quality, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, contracts, and others). Cutting in engineering updates to production, keeping in close cadence with MTC engineering counterparts. Hold self and teammates accountable for high performance standards and coach the team to effectively manage changing priorities; model expected behaviors and mentor junior project/program managers. Understand and effectively communicate program objectives to the team, relate how the program supports the strategic plans of the Company and Business Area, and foster strategic thinking. Lead the development of detailed project or program plans through the application of company Policies and Procedures and Program Management best practices. Lead assigned program teams in accordance with specific program plans to achieve program delivery and quality goals. Expert in Risk Management; proactively prepare and interpret Risk and Opportunity analyses and financial reports to anticipate problems, take corrective action to prevent/mitigate problems, and plan for management reserves. Work with finance to prepare forecasts of new business, sales, and gross profit for annual operating plans; establish program budgets and hold Control Account Managers responsible for adherence. Advocate for and proactively identify continuous improvement opportunities to meet customer requirements by fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative workforce. Build, develop, and maintain close customer relationships, anticipate customer needs, creatively address customer issues, and pursue open communications to strategically expand the business. Ensure customer satisfaction in terms of product performance, delivery, cost, and contracted scope as the primary point of contact for the customer. Provide Business Area leadership and customers with sufficient detail of program performance, risk assessments, and opportunities along with relevant recommended solutions needed to solve problems. Coordinate with marketing personnel and assist in the preparation and implementation of marketing plans and proposals. Apply strategic thinking to anticipate challenges, align program objectives with organizational goals, and drive long-term value while balancing near‑term priorities. In close partnership with Contracts, lead development of contract negotiation strategies with customers, suppliers, and affiliates to achieve financial objectives; understand contractual obligations, communicate contractual requirements to stakeholders, and ensure these obligations are met while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. Plan and execute programs per contractual obligations, directly and/or indirectly managing the performance of multiple suppliers, affiliates, or peer organizations. Conduct periodic internal and external program reviews to monitor program execution, keep management informed, and collect program performance feedback, risk assessment inputs, and identification of opportunities for improvement; create, maintain, and present Program Scorecards. In coordination with Operations and Engineering, ensure design for manufacturability efforts and smooth transition to production for development programs occur as part of the program plan. Work closely with technical managers, lead technical discussions, both internally and externally, to ensure all technical requirements are met. Act as a steward for all company policies and best practices to achieve program quality goals. Perform other job‑related tasks as assigned by manager. Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience) Bachelor's degree is required, Master's degree preferred. 5+ years program management experience is required. MP® Certification or equivalent is required. Has demonstrated experience in the artillery, ground combat vehicles, armored vehicles, or similar. Experience supporting production at a prime OEM. Experience with developing and executing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) programs is desirable. DoD Secret clearance desired. Experience in managing technical baseline and contract changes. Demonstrated experience with some but not all aspects of program management including schedule estimating, cost estimating, change management, earned value management, production/prototype planning. Thorough understanding of industry trends and our customers and competitors' strategies, strengths and weaknesses. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in applicable technical area or product line. Demonstrated experience with leading teams through the five phases of the project management framework (Initiate, Plan, Execute, Monitor & Control, Close). Demonstrated experience and thorough understanding of program budgeting process. Thorough understanding and significant experience in negotiations, collaborative problem solving, conflict management, meeting facilitation skills, and applying tact and diplomacy with internal/external customers and foreign personnel. Significant experience using contract lifecycle management process to review/approve contract changes. Demonstrated experience and able to lead/mentor others in managing program scope based on customer requirements, expectations, and required deliverables (e.g., proposals, contracts, statement of work). Proficient in the use of MS Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Outlook, and Project applications. Skills and Abilities Demonstrated leadership skills in development of project proposals, with the ability to work across functional boundaries and build a team are required. Demonstrated ability to act independently within established guidelines. Demonstrated ability to engage cross‑functional teams to understand program requirements and deliver required products on time. Demonstrated ability to work with personnel in contracts, engineering, finance, facilities, logistics, material planning, supply chain, quality, and USG agencies including DCMA, US Army, and Program Management of Ground Combat Vehicles. Critical thinker who is able to analyze, evaluate, and interpret information effectively and efficiently. Ability to create and maintain constructive customer relationships. Demonstrated ability to complete projects or programs on time, within scope and budget while delivering a quality product to the customer with a high level of satisfaction. Demonstrated future growth potential. Models required behavior to manage in accordance with disciplined internal processes aligned with industry standard tools; holds self and others accountable for Earned Value Management, Program Planning, Risk Management, Requirements Management. Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing, with demonstrated ability to create and give program management review presentations; able to mentor others in effective communications. Ability to lead program teams through influence and to mentor junior project or program managers to effectively lead through influence. Demonstrated ability to work independently to build, guide, and lead an integrated product team and to effectively mentor IPT leads. Travel/Physical Requirements Matrix organizational structure. Fast‑paced. Deliverables‑oriented. May be required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. Specific vision abilities required due to close vision required for computer work. Light to moderate lifting may be required. May require domestic and international travel and passport. Benefits Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off. Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future. Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts. Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available. Flexible Vacation & PTO. Paid Parental Leave. Generous Employee Referral Program. Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more. Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Elbit America, Inc.