Senior Program Manager

Program ManagerKratos is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development and verification of complex multi-faceted satellite ground resource management, communication, and control projects and programs. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for the successful candidate at Kratos. This position is based in Colorado Springs, CO, and it encompasses multiple dimensions of Program Management and leadership with knowledge of Systems Development, Engineering, Site Construction, Integration, and Verification.The responsibilities of this position are:Strategically and tactically planning program actions, milestones, and success metrics for Kratos and supporting subcontractors and ensuring alignment with our customerScoping and establishing the program's requirements, budget, and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) through an Earned Value Management SystemEstablishing program Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & Milestones to assess program progress and ensure a tight correlation between budget and task executionProactively leading risk identification and mitigation plans, and proactively conducting and leading contingency plansLeading and coordinating highly technical cross-functional engineering teams and IPTs on multi-faceted and complex satellite communication, command, mission management, and relevant site constructionEstablishing and maintaining effective customer relationships, negotiating contracts, system and regulatory requirements, and effective program coordination/execution, understanding the customer's needs in addition to the Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, as well as, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) requirements.Establishing and maintaining effective subcontractor relationships, negotiating contracts, system and regulatory requirements, and effective program coordination/execution, building a partnershipEffective budgeting and performance management or both Fix Firm and Cost-Plus type projects, for a Certified Accounting System using Earned Value Management f, in correlation with the IMS. Ability to speak to schedule or cost variances and support the team producing Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for delivery to the customer are required.Effectively manage program technical and business baselines, and appropriately manage any requirements scope creep from the customerWork with our engineering experts to provide technical advice to our customers on architectures and potential solutionsCollaborate with functional / resource managers (matrix organization) to allocate staff resources and identify resource needsProperly manage classified information and activitiesManage the capture of Engineering Change Proposals by leading proposal effortsInterface directly with customers to ensure project requirements are met and guarantee our performance exceeds customer expectationsSupport the IPTs to develop and deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, quarterly Program Management Reviews, kickoff meetings, test events) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system levelReport on project financial performance and schedule performance to senior management on a monthly basisDrive material purchases through certified Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) processesTravel as necessary to attend customer meetings or internal planning sessionsProactively be a strong team playerExperience and Skills:Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or other technical disciplineMinimum of 10 or more years of project or program management experience executing technical development programs leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams, conducting multiple development efforts simultaneouslyDemonstrated proficiency with managing programmatic attributes such as EVMS, IMS, Risk and Risk reduction efforts, and customer and subcontractor relations and negotiationsDirect experience managing within different FFP, CPFF/AF/IF, and T&M contract vehiclesExperience with scheduling applications, with the ability to work with a program scheduler to develop and maintain a detailed Program Schedule, effectively tracking technical progressExperience in managing contractual and technical requirements directly with customersExperience in managing contractual and technical requirements, and project execution directly with subcontractorsExperience writing subcontractor Statements of Work (SOW) and sole-source justificationsExperience with certified Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) material procurementsStrong teaming, leadership, organizational and verbal/written communication skillsExperience developing and delivering effective customer presentations (design reviews, status reports, kickoff meetings, test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system levelExperience developing and delivering effective and accurate customer Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and responding to subsequent customer commentsExperience developing and delivering effective presentations for Senior Management, demonstrating an ability to concisely inform them of the status and future tasks and stepsExperience effectively managing and leading multi-faceted complex development System of Systems projects, requiring management and leadership of multiple development teams/IPTsProven ability to quickly pivot as appropriate to address issues caused by changing situations, such as customer needs and scope modifications and/or supplier challenges, and potentially capitalize on any opportunities the change may provideExperience working Waterfall and Agile/SAFe-Iterative development program schedule methodologiesExperience managing projects with significant software development contentTravel required ~ 20-25%.Requires a Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCIU.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access U.S. only data systems and export-controlled dataPreferred Skills and Experience:Experience working US Government Projects, specifically with the US Space Force ground systems.Experience working with software-based radios/modems running in VNFs.Experience working with RF communication equipmentExperience working in Satellite communicationsExperience working projects utilizing cloud and on-premise implementationsExperience with Atlassian toolsRF / Optical Antenna site construction and installationsOperational Center design, verification and deliveryExperience working with an Agile/Iterative software development scheduling approachExperienced in Satellite TT&C, C2, and/or Space to Ground communicationsProject Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plusCompetitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range: $175,000-$225,000Job Benefits:Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance CoverageLife/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Paid Time-Off (PTO)HolidaysEducation Reimbursement