Program Manager Capture & Development

Program Manager Capture & Development

RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Job Description

The Lead Program Manager of Capture and Development will oversee and coordinate captures and programs within the Engines Line of Business. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and a proven track record of assisting in the capture and managing complex programs and projects. The Lead Program Manager will work closely with senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure the program execution of a capture is well thought out and documented, meets the overall purpose as defined by business development, and that assigned projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.

Essential Functions:

• Work with Business Development in development of capture plan and provide project technical approach and management plans as well as execution planning documentation.
• Lead engineering and other technical stakeholders in development of customized Statements of Work.
• Work with customers to establish requirements, associated thresholds, and objectives, where required. Ensure with engineering that proposed solution will meet requirements and that any variances are fully disclosed.
• Develop program planning and execution documentation, to include schedule, WBS, etc for assigned pursuits. Set up programs for success as pursuit works towards request for proposal.
• Assist in definition of optimized engine overhaul kits in conjunction with BD and engineering to meet multiple customer needs.
• Project manage multiple concurrent engineering development projects to meet needs of pursuits under direction of Business Development.
• Manage project budgets for assigned projects

Position Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related field with 9+ years Program Management experience or equivalent.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related field with 7+ years Program Management experience or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• DOD Programs or military experience
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite products
• Proficient in MS Project or similar scheduling
• Previous experience in Defense for manufacturing company
• Excellent written and oral skills with proven ability to brief at CEO/President level
• Must have entrepreneurial character with ability to think outside normal technical and business constraints.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Working understanding of project and business financial terms and requirements (EVMS a plus)

Full-Time/Part-Time - Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt - Exempt

EOE Statement - RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.