Project Manager, ARV Test

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Textron Systems is seeking employees to support the United States Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) program. For this program Textron Systems has developed the Cottonmouth® ARV, a recon vehicle to be feared and a force-multiplier armed to the fangs with advanced full-spectrum reconnaissance and surveillance sensors. It’s expertly designed to defeat threats beyond line of sight and comes complete with cutting-edge technologies that will keep adversaries up tonmouth was developed using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) that is Ground Vehicle Operating System (GVOS) based employing the Tactical Assault Kit Extended (TAK-X) framework for easy capability integration.

This modern vehicle platform has superior mobility capabilities to tackle treacherous off-road terrain and waterways while keeping Marines safe thanks to its advanced survivability suite and Human System Interface (HSI) focus. Amphibious mobility, unrivaled versatility, and electronic warfare capabilities define a vehicle that is adaptable, stealthy and thrives wherever enemies hide.

Textron Systems is seeking a Project Manager to join our Land Systems team at the Slidell, LA facility. We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

• The Land Systems Project Manager is responsible for cost, schedule and performance of ongoing projects as part of the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle Pre-Production Development program.
• The position directs all phases of a project, from inception to completion. Establishes, with the program team, program manager and engineering managers, milestones, master schedules, project financial baselines and monitors adherence to the project master plan/schedule and financial baseline, identifies performance or project problems and obtains solutions.
• Will have Control Account Management responsibilities for projects covering material, labor and subcontractors. Responsible for coordination and timely execution of all project related activities.
• Coordinates with Land Systems Sr. Program Manager as a secondary customer contact for project activities. Leads all internal and external project reviews for assigned projects to include discussions relative to cost, schedule, and performance.
• Provides leadership to functional project teams, ensures the team is performing tasks effectively and within objectives identified. Is responsible for delegated project risk management (tracking, reporting and mitigation).
• Will direct teams in a matrix organization that support integration and test over the entire product lifecycle, execution of tests at defined test locations, and test site logistics.
• May act as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead where the candidate will direct work of employees assigned to project from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

• Minimum 4 years of directly related project management experience preferred.
• Experienced with government FAR regulations and direct commercial contracts preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, logistics, or engineering sciences.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Position requires up to 25% travel.

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

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