Huntsville, AL, United States of America
17 hours ago
Deputy Program Manager - TPS

The Hypersonics Systems Division of Leidos Dynetics, is seeking a talented Deputy Program Manager – TPS to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Dynetics provides responsive, cost-effective manufacturing, engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

In support of the Program Manager, the individual will perform Program Management functions for the team involved with design and development of advanced technology thermal protection systems. The position will have responsibility for planning, tracking, and execution of complex tasking within technical, schedule, and budget constraints. The program involves diverse technology areas including composite material development, manufacturing and installation.  The position will also be customer facing and represent the program in the absence of the program manager.

Other responsibilities include:

Evaluate and guide daily execution activities in support of the program managerLead IPT meetings and set expectations for project teamRoutinely evaluate program technical and programmatic metrics to ensure successful executionManage risk and identify opportunities at the IPT level including working with the IPT to develop mitigation strategies and plans to realize opportunitiesIdentify capability or process gaps and provide recommendations for improvementActively participate in change management including developing business cases for changes recommended by the IPT, assessing supply chain vulnerability related to contemplated changes and incorporating changes approved by the Change Control BoardCoordinate program activities across multiple functional activities.Foster intra-project coordination and communicationAid program manager in mitigating cost, schedule, and technical risks related to materials used on the programPlan and execute a hardware centric projectCreates project plansMaintains project objectivesDefine tasks and required resourcesAssist with assembling and managing project teamWork with program schedulers to maintain scheduleOversight of the technical scope under the assigned control accountsOversight of the control account budgets and schedules:Variance analysis (SPI/CPI/TCPI)Schedule analysis (BEI/CEI)BCR submittalsStatus of work package tasks under assigned control accountValidation of actual costs charged to the assigned control accountsDevelopment and implementation of corrective actionsGeneration of timely Estimated to Completes (ETC)Coordinating release of work authorizations to team membersDevelopment, management, and coordination of various informational products to support:Program Management Reviews (PMRs)Senior management meetingsMonthly internal and external programmatic reviewsCustomer IPT meetingsTracking and providing status of internal and external action items

Basic Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with 15 years relevant experience or Masters with 13 years of prior relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

The following skills/abilities are desired:

Experience supporting a multi-year development/production program valuing more than $100M.Flight Programs (Missile, Space Launch or Rocket launch systems)Working knowledge of missile mechanical components, thermal protection systems and composites.Cost estimating and Budget managementOrganizational/IPT developmentLeading a large and diverse team including suppliers and subcontractorsDisciplined metric-driven program managementProven experience managing to and meeting tight schedulesEffective communication of information between various functional disciplines as well as strong briefing skill with Sr. Gov’t customers (SES, General Staff) and C level leadership.Proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPointStrong understanding of hardware development, manufacturing, procurement, production, and integrationExperience successfully leading in an IPT organizational structure focused on engineering design, manufacturing and/or supply chain activities desirableProject management qualification (PMP) or equivalent is desirableExperience in strategic and tactical planning is desirableProven leadership skillsProven history of working in a team environment, fostering communication, listening to teammate concerns and reconciling internal issues or differencesProven ability to solicit and process complex information and data to solve complex problems and make sound decisionsStrong interpersonal skills with measured and articulate communication skillsAnalytical and strong organizational skills, with excellent verbal and written abilityOriginal Posting Date:2024-12-20

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $134,550.00 - $243,225.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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