Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Program Manager for a permanent on site position in Wichita, KS.

Location:    KS - Park City, KS

Client:        NWI Holdings

Job Title:    Program manager

Pay Rate: $89000 to $125000.00

Duration: (Perm)

OBJECTIVE:

Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs/projects or subsystems of major programs/projects. Directs all phases of programs/projects from inception through completion. Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establish design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develop new businesses or expand the product lines with the customers. Establish milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program/project from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS AND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Lifting up to 50 lb. without assistance and over 50 lb. with assistance  Exposure to general shop conditions, including machine noise and metal dust  Repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms due to computer usage  Prolonged periods sitting at a desk

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing  Ability to prioritize  Organizational Awareness  Must act as a liaison between Customer and Company  Problem Solving Skills  Ability to Multi-task  Knowledge of Contracting/Procurement

Typical Job Requirements

Review purchase orders and participate in negotiations of contracts or contract changes  Coordinates preparation of and monitors program milestone schedules, operating budgets and contract financial terms and conditions  Acts as the primary customer contact for program activities  Leads program review meetings with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Planner, Buyers, Production and Quality to internally discuss cost, schedule and technical performance  Responsible for communicating with the customer regarding schedules and technical performance  Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions  In charge of completing monthly actual cost to budgeted cost reports to monitor profitability and quickly identify off plan costs and conditions which need to be addressed  Responsible for developing new business and expansion opportunities within assigned customer accounts and programs

Education & Experience

Bachelors Degree or higher in business or finance related field highly desirable but not required

3-5 years-experience in manufacturing environment as program manager or similar role  Understanding of ERP systems  Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)

Note: This description indicates, in general terms, the type and level of work performed and responsibilities held by the employee(s). Duties described are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive or specific to any individual employee.

Join Chipton-Ross, one of the nation's leading staffing firms supporting the aerospace, defense, engineering, and technology industries.

Company Description

Join Chipton-Ross, one of the nation's leading staffing firms supporting the aerospace, defense, engineering, and technology industries.