Program Manager II

Overview

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). We deliver aircraft to the US military and global allies and partners, including jet-powered subscale targets.

The Program Manager II works on programs of varying complexity with a focus on technical, cost, schedule performance, and business growth on assigned programs.

• Defines program/project objectives, creates and maintains the program plan/schedule, and directly manages the program budget to meet objectives.
• Issues project instructions and controls changes to project scope and designs in compliance with the established quality system.
• Ensures the program/project team achieves objectives for scheduling, engineering, quality, and cost control.
• Breaks work down into manageable tasks, assigns and/or directs the work of others.
• Ensures satisfaction of all contractual and Statement of Work (SOW) requirements.
• Establishes a risk management program and mitigates all risks.
• Reports program status and performance as required by contract or management.
• Interfaces with the customer and other company personnel on technical, production, and procurement issues.
• Coordinates cost estimates (labor & material) for out-of-scope activities or future work.
• Manages root cause analysis on nonconforming product and takes corrective action.
• Keeps customers informed of program schedules and status.
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data using computer systems.
• Coordinates and leads meetings to plan and communicate all aspects of assigned projects.
• Works with other internal departments to develop a resource allocation plan.
• Establishes the earned value baseline and program metrics.
• Grows existing programs to increase revenues and monitors program performance, taking corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Coordinates with multiple major contractors and/or Government users; supports subcontractor development and delivery management.
• Ensures program quality assurance and manages integration and testing of hardware and software.
• Collaborates with other program managers to develop mutual resource allocation plans; works with contracts personnel on out-of-scope activities and contract deliverables.
• Oversees receipt, assembly, testing, and quality of deliverable hardware.
• Follows safety precautions and communicates professionally with all levels of internal and external personnel.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• May have supervisory responsibility for support staff as assigned.

• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Interact effectively with peers and supervisors; interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Adhere to workplace rules and procedures.
• Understanding of and experience with FAR/DFAR and Contract requirements.
• High degree of innovation and creativity; strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer relationship development and management skills; ability to influence cross-functionally to meet program requirements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; proven track record in a high variety, low volume manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the marketplace, customer needs, objectives, and expectations; ability to provide direction, leadership, and team building; ability to plan, prioritize, and delegate.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and contributors; able to develop program strategy and goals aligned with company objectives; solid presentation skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and as an individual contributor.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship) including meeting all DD254 requirements when applicable.

• Working knowledge of ISO
  9001/AS9100 requirements; leadership in a complex development environment.
• Familiarity with contract provisions applicable to contracts and subcontracts; strong working knowledge of business financial systems/processes.
• Leadership experience in the aerospace industry;
  Earned Value Management (EVM) experience; extensive knowledge of KUAS product lines, policies, and…