Director, Program Management Office

Vitesse Systems is looking for a Director of Program Management to join the team This is a multi-site role that can be based in Longmont, Colorado or Harbor City, California, overseeing long-term and day-to-day program operations, while supporting new business captures. The Director of Program Management is a key representative of Vitesse Systems to our customers and external partners, helping to drive growth and ensure excellence across our programs.  

About Vitesse Systems 

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute. 

Our Core Values 

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer. 

Our Benefits 

• 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
• 401K Employer Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Referral Program

The Role 

The primary responsibilities of the Director of Program Management will be to collaborate closely with the General Manager to establish and execute both tactical and strategic company goals. The Director of Program Management will oversee the Program Management Team and be the primary interface with customers, as well as being accountable for driving the implementation of program schedule and flow down of customer requirements. They will be a key contributor to forecasting, planning, and implementing big-picture goals. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborates with the General Manager on business objectives and serve as the site lead delegate when appropriate
• Lead day-to-day and long-term program operations across multiple sites and multiple programs
• Ensure program delivery maintains 98% OTD as it is currently holding
• Serve as the program representative of Vitesse Systems to customers and external partners
• Uphold policies and best practices throughout the company
• Lead by example to reflect our Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• Integrate employee performance management practices with the PMO.
• Strategically engage employees in business objectives by understanding, developing, and empowering employee strengths.
• Analyze and collaborate with internal key stake holders on capacity loading in the proposal and execution phases
• Collaborate with outside resources to drive business partnerships
• Supports schedule estimates for bids and quotes
• Drives an earned value structure for measure program completion
• Support the Innovation Center of Excellence, Advanced Planning Team, and Sales with manufacturability decisions
• Research prospective programs to assess needed resources, and present plans for execution and implementation
• Manages process of and is responsible for the flow down of customer requirements
• Develops and maintain strong customer relationships
• Collaborate with customer to define an achievable technical package that meets the customer needs
• Research industry market strategies to drive company objectives and build business
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications & Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 12 years of industry experience
  • At least 7 years of experience in space and/or missile and defense applications
• Proven track record of managing programs and people successfully
• 5 + years of leadership experience, preferably in the PMO
• Deep understanding of the market Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project Required.
• Passionate about delivering remarkable customer service
• Ability to speak publicly in front of large groups. Earned Value Management Experience Strong resource and priority management skills

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who: 

• Is not a United States citizen
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)

Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.