Program ManagerThe Program Manager coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs.
Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts. Develops new business and expands product line. Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules develops solutions to program problems, and directs work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. Acts as advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complex tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Managing a portfolio of complex programs from Program Planning, to execution and delivery, while maintaining program ownership. Translate customer requirements into manufacturable product specs and ensure timely delivery.Collaborate with design and process engineers to develop and integrate packaging solutions. Lead qualification efforts.Ensuring customer satisfaction, maintaining customer communication, and providing overall management of the customer relationship including fully comprehend customer's technical, quality, documentation and schedule requirementsManaging the cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements of multiple programs through all phases from inception to completionDirecting the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts Ensuring that all resources such as engineering, manpower, production, and facilities are available to support the programParticipating in defining program parameters or guiding internal research and development effortsWorking with customers to determine needs, requirements, and new business opportunitiesDirecting the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areasSolving highly complex problems with significant business impactInteracting internally with management and customers on significant business matters Developing, managing, tracking, and reporting financial forecastsUnderstanding customer procurement processes and government funding approvalMaking effective decisions regarding the profitability and achievability of pursuitsExperience and knowledge in Military/space and JEDEC documentations, inspections and reliability requirementsOccasional travel requiredJob Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or technical field with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience in Semiconductor Packaging industry. PMP certification is a plus.Experience managing programs within a DOD or Aerospace environmentSolid technical background and strong financial skillsPrevious Earned Value Management System experienceExperience leading cross-matrix teams and working with other teams, business units, and customersExperience with customer and stakeholder communicationExperience within the space and mil/aero industries, strongly preferredKnowledge of MIL-Specs/Stds, ITAR, and export regulations a plusStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral, written, negotiation, and presentation skillsAt Micross, our Core Values of integrity, communication, teamwork, quality and execution, self-discipline and accountability are cultivated throughout all levels of the organization. Micross provides a challenging and enjoyable workplace for members and supports the needs of the community.Micross provides competitive benefits including medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, vision, company paid basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k with employer match, paid leave, vacation, holidays, generous tuition assistance, 529 College Savings, Pet insurance, Legal insurance, and a range of well-being programs available.