Program Manager

Business Unit: Cubic Defense Responsibilities Responsible for the management, performance and completion of single or multiple high‑technology programs requiring development (hardware and software), manufacture, and test of electronic and electro‑mechanical systems. Assures contractual obligations are met within assigned budget and schedule; primary contact with customer on programs valued $15-50 million. Manages multiple programs in accordance with contracts, policies, procedures and department instructions. Ensures contracts are met in the most efficient and profitable manner. Serves as primary contact for customers, leads program execution to meet technical performance within cost and schedule. Manages, oversees, monitors and approves all elements of assigned program activities from inception to completion including proposal development, product design, procurement, subcontracting, manufacturing, testing, delivery, installation and acceptance of products. Plans and directs integration of cross‑functional program teams representing various organizations within the company. Provides production planning oversight; develops daily/weekly production schedules and plans to meet sales forecasts and inventory needs. Provides operational oversight to monitor production processes, manage resources and make adjustments to minimize downtime. Effectively manages major programs ($10M or greater in sales) within a project or matrix organization. Performs program financial management to ensure profit earned and cash collected; performs Earned Value management tasks. Actively performs risk management and pursues risk reduction on assigned programs. Identifies program issues with sufficient lead for timely resolution; works to grow the program through contract changes and pre‑planned product improvements. Develops proposals for new business; reviews and approves technical approach, feasibility and cost estimates. Leads proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications, estimation of product/service costs, negotiation and administration of contracts. Participates in marketing new technology, developing potential new business and obtains follow‑on business with Business Development. Mentors program managers in successful execution of programs. Qualifications Four‑year college degree, or equivalent, in electronic, software or mechanical engineering or related technical discipline; minimum eight years of related technical or engineering experience including seven years of project engineering/management, program management or other supervisory responsibility. Advanced engineering degree or MBA desirable. Experience running a full spectrum program. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional program teams. Proven understanding of engineering, operations (procurement, subcontracting & manufacturing), system integration and test, quality assurance, configuration management, logistics, contract administration, standard business practices, finance, and program portfolio relationships. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, make presentations and conduct negotiations with customers, subcontractors and vendors. Knowledge of government procurement, contracting, standards and specifications. Requires active Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desirable. Pay Cubic pay range: $135,000.00 - $181,000.00 + benefits. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. EEO Statement We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cubic Corporation