Head of Programme Management

The Program Manager is responsible for leading all phases of TCOM's Lighter-Than-Air (LTA) product and service programs, from contract award through program closeout. This role has full accountability for program execution, performance, and customer satisfaction, ensuring delivery of high-quality products and services that meet contractual, technical, cost, schedule, quality, and safety requirements.
The Program Manager serves as the primary customer interface, directs cross-functional company resources, and ensures all contractual obligations are met. On select programs, the Program Manager may serve in a deputy capacity as directed by TCOM's Vice President of Program Management. This position is primarily office-based with occasional ad hoc remote work.
Lead and manage assigned programs from inception through closeout, ensuring performance requirements are met on schedule and within approved cost targets.
Oversee all aspects of program execution, including proposal development, contract negotiations, planning, scheduling, risk management, budgeting, cost monitoring, technical performance, quality, safety, and delivery of contractual products, services, and data.
Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and dictionaries
Organizational Breakdown Structures (OBS)
Program schedules and work authorization documents

Establish program milestones, monitor performance against master plans and schedules, identify risks, and lead the development and execution of mitigation strategies.
Manage programs through a matrix organization, leveraging functional teams across TCOM to execute program objectives.
Act as the primary point of contact for customers and major vendors, including obtaining customer acceptance of deliverables.
Utilize Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) to track and manage labor, material, travel, and other direct program costs.
Support business growth by developing follow-on opportunities with existing customers and supporting Business Development efforts on new initiatives, including proposal preparation and coordination.
For applicable programs, oversee and support OCONUS activities performed by TCOM and partner organizations, including maintaining regular communication with international counterparts and traveling OCONUS as required.
Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, contracts, or economics discipline required
Advanced degree and/or PMP certification preferred
Minimum of 10 years of program management experience managing defense industry programs valued between $5M and $25M annually
Experience with both commercial and U.Department of Defense security clearance
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-pressure environment

In compliance with state and local laws, the annual salary range for this role is $140,325 to $190,000. TCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate's experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities