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Job Descriptions

Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for an experienced Senior Director, Program Manager.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:Manages people who lead cross-functional teams that are focused on the delivery of a product from design to release for customers. Develops, defines and executes project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables. Identifies needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles. Monitors the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with external customers or field-based employees on technical matters, as needed. Assigns and monitors work of project/program management staff, providing technical support and direction. This position is most common in a matrix type organization, where the position does not have true responsibility over product development but does have overall product/program/project management responsibility, i.e. coordinating efforts leading to product release. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Direct people-management responsibility is typically required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Leads program management office
Manages few critical programs for the business
Manages other program management staff in setting program plan, vision, and tactical direction for program implementation by multifunctional teams and subcontractors
Reviews and develops processes for effective program management including development and production contracts
Develops and provides strategy, vision and direction to multiple functions
Implements company-wide policies and practices
The PM will integrate the performance of the program’s engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, mission assurance, and program operations teams
Support and present Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Estimate at Completions (EACs), as well as coordinating customer Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs)
Coordinate and align interactions, expectation, and transactions between customers and internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the customer counterparts
Manage opportunity, cost, quality and schedule, performance and technical aspects
Support proposal preparation, statements of work and specifications, negotiation, and administration of contracts with the customer
Provides input to executive management. Comprehensive understanding of the overall company and competitive environment.
Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Required Experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with minimum 15 years of relevant experience (such as Program Management, Operations, Engineering Management etc.)
Experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) program teams
Experience supporting cross-functional teams
Earned Value Management (EVM) and Risk & Opportunity Management experience
Experience supporting proposal efforts
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite resources
An active and transferable Secret level U.S. government issued security clearance, or the ability to obtain security clearance is required
Excellent communications skills and experience presenting to customers and senior key team members
Experience working with complex teams/projects across multiple business platforms
Thorough organization and communications skills
Ability to quickly come up to speed on technical and management efforts currently underway while building strong customer relationship to continue receive/compete for follow-on contracts

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Home Office Environment.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones).

Travel Requirements: Yes, as needed.

Keyword: Senior Director

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.

All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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From: Kratos Defense