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Senior Program Manager with Security Clearance

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Draper

2024-09-20 19:39:05

Job location Clearfield, Utah, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: I.T. & Communications

Job description

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit . Job Description Summary: The Senior Program Manager - Utah Campus Execution is responsible for leading the management of multiple highly complex, mission-critical, and high-priority projects in the execution of the Utah Campus expansion. The PM will lead the cross functional team through the timely execution of Information Technology (IT), Information Assurance (IA), Facilities Management, Classified Space Buildouts, Physical Security, Sponsor Management, Process Improvement, Space Planning and other programmatic or organizational needs. The PM will be a well-organized, systematic problem-solver with a proven ability to communicate ideas and develop business relationships at all levels of the organization. Experience with matrix organizations and managing projects with a DFARS/DoD component is of great value to this role. In addition the PM will support a cross functional team ensuring Utah Campus developments enhance program capture, development, planning and execution. Experience with matrix organizations and managing projects with a DFARS/DoD component is of great value to this role. The Air Force and Missile Defense Strategic Systems program area at Draper is seeking a Clearfield, Utah based program manager to work closely with our staff as we increase our contributions to the warfighter, supporting program offices and industry and academic partners at Hill Air Force Base and surrounding area. We are seeking a staff member who excels in fast-paced, dynamic work environments with only top-level guidance and minimal oversight. This position will operate as an integral member of the mission area team and work across the breadth of the Draper enterprise to ensure adequate coordination and collaboration across laboratory functions. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities • Develop personal credibility with sponsor organizations and program staff, with a clear ability to organize, motivate, and lead teams in business capture and execution activities. • Responsible for managing complex programs that may involve managing fixed price contract with high dollar volume or contract length. • Develop personal credibility with sponsor organizations and program staff, with a clear ability to organize, motivate, and lead teams in business capture and execution activities. • Oversees program budget and schedules.
• Responsible for program growth.
• Responsible for marketing new technology or follow-up on business acquisition.
• May be responsible for business development within current customer base and/or for new customers.
• Responsible for program execution including interfacing with customers
• Coordinating successful execution of programs with internal stakeholders.
• Ensures contractual deliverables are completed on schedule and within the approved budget. • Support Program Directors, Business Area Leads, and Senior Program Managers in the development of internal products and provide recommendations for research and development. • Develop technical program management best practices and provide training/mentoring to project teams
• Monitors dependencies across multiple inter-related technical projects to adhere to methodologies, budgets, and timing
• Gather and report consolidated technical project status and financial information to leadership
• Recommends changes to improve processes and alleviate process inaccuracy and duplication. Skills/Abilities
• Program and project management skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and/or new applications.
• Knowledge and proven track record of successful business interaction.
• Ability to be persuasive and a strong relationship builder.
• Possess excellent communications, presentation and networking skills. • Ability to travel on an as needed basis. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Deep expertise in leading program execution of full lifecycle projects; identifying, capturing, and growing new business; and managing customer engagement. • Experience growing business in the areas of R&D technology development, and/or integration of new technology into existing, fielded systems. • Excellent written and verbal communications, presentations skills, organizational and time management skills. Must be able to clearly and concisely present complicated information and relationships to executive leadership, peers, staff, customers, and stakeholders. • Passion about Draper's non-profit mission to make impact on the most challenging national security problems Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent discipline required. Experience
• 5-7 years program related experience in functional or program management.
• Experience in program related area with functional or program management. Additional Job Description: Applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret Clearance is required. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: Clearfield Job Location - State: Utah Job Location - Postal Code: 84015 Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now . Equal Employment Opportunity: Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact .

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