Program Manager III

at Aerovironment

Petaluma, United StatesOn-site

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Requirements

Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes Other duties as assigned Basic
Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 8+ years of
experience in Program Management Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects Managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
Experience in a highly technical environment Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes Must be able to interface effectively with internal teams as well as government and commercial customers Basic familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Project) Some travel required (up to 20%) Other
Qualifications & Desired Competencies PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is preferred Managing of International (ex-US) programs is desired Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines A strong communicator able to articulate vision/mission to team 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 Other competencies: Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a
From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Benefits

benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Program Manager (PM) III is responsible for the execution of company 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 Position

Responsibilities Management of the program throughout the program's life- cycle Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria Identify, analyze, and manage 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

requirements Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact Actively support the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals.

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”).

requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements.

A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed.

Program Manager III

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