About the job
Join AEVEX Aerospace as a Senior Program Manager and take charge of enhancing aircraft with specialized mission capabilities tailored to meet the unique requirements of both Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial clients. Your role will involve overseeing advanced intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) systems, communications technologies, and aircraft adaptations to achieve multi-mission objectives. You will manage every project aspect, from initial planning and design through to execution and delivery.
Essential Functions
- Demonstrate extensive knowledge across various operational domains, including engineering, maintenance, system testing, and technical management.
- Engage directly with customers to ascertain project requirements, develop comprehensive work plans, and execute project tasks effectively.
- Act as the hiring manager for designated projects; oversee the recruitment process, including screening, selection, and hiring of candidates.
- Uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance throughout all project phases.
- Ensure all team members meet or exceed professional standards and embody the AEVEX culture.
- Communicate expectations clearly and develop innovative strategies that enhance operational capabilities aligned with organizational priorities.
- Provide strategic advice to senior executives regarding programs, policies, and functions, including operations, readiness, training, and technical staff management.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with colleagues, subordinates, and customers while offering leadership and technical guidance for strategic and operational planning.
- Exhibit agility and adaptability in leadership, consistently addressing challenges proactively and fostering organizational success through effective relationships with senior executives and peers.
- Facilitate the alignment of strategic objectives and performance goals across the organization.
- Oversee all aspects of assigned programs, including budget management, scheduling, and performance metrics.
- Integrate best practices from the industry to meet or exceed financial targets for each program.
- Collaborate with the Director of Programs and the Growth Team to identify potential opportunities for existing customers and contribute to securing new initiatives.
- Establish processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating risks throughout the program lifecycle.
- Serve as a subject matter expert during the proposal process, assisting the Growth Team in developing technical solutions and potentially managing a team of experts.
