Specialist, Program Management

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Job description

Overview:
Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-class developer and manufacturer of advanced propulsion and energetics systems for customers including the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA and other agencies and companies, both in the United States and abroad. Our markets include space, where we provide a full range of propulsion and power systems for launch vehicles, satellites and other space vehicles; strategic missiles; missile defense; and tactical systems and armaments. Our propulsion systems, both liquid- and solid-fueled, have been at the heart of virtually every major U.S. space and missile program since the dawn of the space age. Visit our website at for more information on our company, our products and our mission.

We are seeking a Specialist, Program Manager to join our facility in West Palm Beach, Florida.

In this role, you will be the Program Manager for various air breathing hypersonic programs. Additional responsibilities will be to interface with various Weapon System Contractor (WSC) primes with a focus on developing new business opportunities in hypersonic missile and ISR/Strike systems.

This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.

Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each):
Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. Duties include:

60% - Provides strategic direction for systems, projects and programs in area of expertise which includes defining and controlling program scope, overall schedules and budgets. Prepares and executes master schedules including milestones, writes program plans with special emphasis on critical path. Interacts with other personnel to ensure successful execution of program requirements. Serves as primary point of contact with customers regarding program status, performance, technical questions, etc.

30% - Support the financial aspects of assigned programs, including all EVMS requirements, program budgeting, and forecasting. Participates in forecast of awards/margins and sales/profit for assigned programs.

10% - Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline and nine (9) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated abilities in team building, leadership and delegation skills to achieve project goals. Experience in leading, encouraging and reviewing work of supporting team members to maximize program success. Demonstrated ability to define and negotiate task objectives, scope description and completion criteria for operational activities. Ability to coordinate various activities simultaneously and to make real time plan adjustments. Must be proficient in typical office computer programs for the conduct of program management such as MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Excel and MS Word. Previous experience on similar programs a plus.

Being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is a condition of employment at Aerojet Rocketdyne. Proof of vaccination or an accommodation request approved by Aerojet Rocketdyne will be required prior to starting employment with the Company.

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Position will require travel by air or auto. It will require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities. This position will require the ability to Travel by Air Carrier and/or by Ground Vehicle.