Program Manager

Company: Stealth Mode Startup Company
Location: San Jose
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

A Silicon Valley stealth stage startup has the following opportunity:About US:We are a fast-growing Silicon Valley startup located in San Jose, CA. Our company has developed a breakthrough technology to custom design and manufacture 3D graphenes and other carbon allotropes for multiple product lines. Our leadership team is seasoned in leading startups from an early stage to multibillion-dollar companies. Our development team includes engineers and professionals who have extensive experience in successfully launching products. With support from US government agencies and a Fortune 500 company, we have recently closed another round of funding to scale up our carbon production and accelerate our key product developments.We're looking for a Program Manager who enjoys working in a fast paced environment to do the following:* Responsibilities primarily include management of programs associated with the development, qualification and production of graphene-based materials for military applications, including coatings, batteries, composites and sensors.* Primary focus initially will relate to Radar cross section reduction techniques and applications.* The Project Manager manages key customer projects. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project.* The successful candidate will work directly with customers to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are met.* Requires a bachelor's degree or advanced degree in a technical field (engineering, materials science, or chemistry) and 5+ years of experience leading projects in a Government / A&D environment. Must be familiar with FAR/DFARs-related contracts, practices and procedures.Responsibilities:* Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects* Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget* Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility* Ensure resource availability and allocation from within engineering and operations* Develop a project plan to monitor and track progress* Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques* Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques* Report and escalate to management as needed* Manage the relationship with the customer and all stakeholders* Perform risk management to minimize project risks* Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors* Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation* Meet with customers to discuss proposals and clarify specific requirements of each project* Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals* Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis* Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with customers as well as other staff members* Use and continually develop leadership skills* Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency* Perform other related duties as assigned* Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs* Lead proposal development effortsRequirements:* Proven working experience (5+ years) in project management in a Government / A&D environment* Experience managing proposal development efforts, including solicitation analysis, proposal writing, and cost estimating* Excellent customer-facing and internal communication skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus* Security clearance is a plus, must have ability to obtain a clearance* Requires a bachelor's degree or advanced degree in a technical field (engineering, materials science, or chemistry)Project Manager top skills & proficiencies:* Developing and Tracking Budgets* Coaching* Supervision* Staffing* Project Management* Management* Process Improvement* Planning* Performance Management* Inventory Control* Verbal CommunicationWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

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