Program Manager

Huntington Beach ABOUT US Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Medical, Dental, Vision Company Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement* SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Formulating, organizing, and monitoring inter-connected projects. Deciding on suitable strategies and objectives. Coordinating cross-project activities. Lead and evaluate project managers and other staff. Developing and controlling deadlines, budgets, and activities. Applying change, risk, and resource management. Assuming responsibility for the program’s people and vendors. Assessing program performance and aim to maximize ROI. Resolving projects’ higher scope issues. Preparing reports for program directors. Communicating with customers on statuses of orders/projects being worked on. Communicating with various departments and senior management to get necessary details needed. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE BS/BA diploma in management or a relevant field is a plus. Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (green card holder) or other status as a U.S. Person) Proven experience as a Program Manager or other managerial experience. Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods. Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of program/project management software (Basecamp, MS Project etc.) is a strong advantage. Outstanding leadership and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities. Ability to collaborate and work with others ITAR REQUIREMENTS To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS No travel required for this position. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment. M-F 8am-5pm #J-18808-Ljbffr