Worker Type

　　Regular

　　Job Description

　　Summary

　　AeroVironment’s MacCready Works Business Segment is seeking an experienced Program Manager (PM) II responsible for the capture and execution of a portfolio of advanced development programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The PM oversees program life-cycle and manages all activities necessary to meet business goals and objectives. Acting as the central focal point and authority for one or more Programs’ execution, the PM provides a single point of contact for program activities to both internal and external customers.

　　MacCready Works, named for our founder, Dr. Paul B. MacCready, Jr., was created to ensure that creativity and concept development remain at the core of our culture. With a focus on the future, this group of select, visionary scientists and engineers develop technologies and capabilities to identify innovative solutions that push beyond the current applications. We are currently working on tomorrow's solutions by creating highly autonomous, mission-centered products that operate jointly across multiple domains and position our customers at the leading edge of interconnected systems.

　　Position Responsibilities

　　Manages program(s) throughout the program’s life-cycle; ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction

　　Defines, implements, and manages program controls and success criteria; identifies, analyzes, and manages all program-level risk

　　Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies; establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities

　　Aligns and informs stakeholders of program’s status and health; leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff

　　Develops and maintains program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications

　　Supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements

　　Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact

　　Actively supports the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities

　　Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals

　　Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes

　　Ability to travel up to 20%

　　Other duties as assigned

　　Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

　　Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

　　Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience managing people and programs to deliver advanced capabilities

　　Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects

　　Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans

　　Experienced in a highly technical environment

　　Experience with Advanced Programs development

　　Strong understanding of systems, requirements, risks, and opportunity management

　　Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes

　　Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio and MS Project)

　　Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is desired

　　Other Qualifications and Desired Competencies

　　PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred

　　Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity

　　Interfaces effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers

　　Works well independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines

　　Is a strong communicator who effectively articulates vision/mission to team

　　Demonstrates familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries

　　Courageous and a risk taker; a mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results

　　Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions

　　Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

　　Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

　　Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

　　Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

　　Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

　　Physical Demands

　　Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

　　Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

　　The salary range for this role is:

　　$114,089 - $171,134

　　AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

　　ITAR Requirement:

　　This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

　　Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

　　We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

　　Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

　　Who We Are

　　Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

　　Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

　　What We Do

　　Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

　　AeroVironment Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition nor disability, genetics, veteran and all others that may apply.

　　ITAR

　　U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

　　ABOUT US

　　At AeroVironment, our purpose is to secure lives and advance sustainability through transformative innovation. Our solutions give our customers a fresh vantage point, positioning them to see the world with new eyes and extending their reach beyond the line of sight. That is the power of our breakthrough unmanned aircraft systems, perfected and refined over a half century.

　　Whether they are warfighters searching for an enemy, border patrol agents searching for people in need of assistance, or telecom providers linking millions to the digital economy, our customers choose AeroVironment because our systems generate actionable intelligence reliably, creating a path to goals that would otherwise be unattainable.