Program Manager

FLSA: Exempt

Department: Engineering (reports to President) Date: 6/2023

Location: Phoenix Metro Area

Position Overview: Responsible for overall management of multiple, unique, research
and development programs from conceptual design in support of proposals, through
preliminary and detailed design, development and qualification testing, component
manufacturing, assembly and delivery to the customer. Must lead and manage program
teams comprised of matrixed staff including technical leads, engineers, and designers to
meet all project objectives on schedule and within budget. Regularly report program
status and metrics to Company management team. Coach and mentor program team
members and help maintain a positive environment and one that enables excellence in
all operations, not just program management. Must have a general understanding,
appreciation, and support for specialty engineering (manufacturing, quality, reliability,
safety, etc.) requirements. Assist with generating new business leads and winning new
business for product development and/or production of product. Leads applicable
proposal efforts and related contract execution. Must demonstrate outstanding attention
to detail and critical thinking abilities. Self-directed with positive attitude toward helping
the entire program team succeed to include helping colleagues across functional areas,
as required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required within the
Company and with the external customer. Good situational awareness and an ability to
provide appropriate response(s) are a must. A can-do attitude is also a must.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in management and/or engineering or equivalent and 5 years

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously to achieve required performance on

• Provide leadership, management, and mentorship to program team members
• Accomplish program requirements using program matrix management
• Engage and manage subcontractors and associated program scope
• Develop detailed program plans, budgets, and schedules and maintain them
• Provide direction and support for all program functions
• Serve as project/task lead for efforts as required
• Regularly report program status within the Company and with customers
• Evaluate business processes and work with Company staff to develop and

Physical Requirements:
The employee is required to talk, see and hear. The employee is required to sit for
extended periods of time and use their hands and fingers, and computer keyboard. The
employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Some light lifting, up to 25 lbs, is
required. Must be able to travel to customers, conferences, trade shows, etc.