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Salary: USD 128,600 - 245,900 / annual
Voyager Technologies is seeking a Program Manager IV to lead all phases of program execution for defense and national security initiatives. This role reports to the Director of Advanced Technology Programs within the Science & Technologies department and is based in Reno, NV (onsite or hybrid).
Key Responsibilities:
- Plans, directs, and monitors projects to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are maintained; owns project-level P&L
- Defines, generates, and reviews program management documentation including monthly status reports, PDR/CDR materials, Integrated Master Schedules, and presentations to technical teams, management, subcontractors, and customers
- Ensures availability of required resources (engineering, manpower, production, facilities) for program execution
- Works closely with project staff to provide direction on budgeting, program execution, and deliverable satisfaction
- Collaborates with VTS management to identify, elevate, and address program risks and issues proactively
- Serves as primary customer contact for project information and pursues follow-on and new business opportunities
- Ensures adherence to internal Program Management processes
- Participates in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving sessions
- Contributes to proposal development for follow-on work
- Travels up to 25% of the time to customer locations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution (or equivalent experience)
- 15+ years of program management experience, including 10+ years managing DOD propulsion-related programs
- Direct experience generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, and Earned Value Management systems
- Direct experience managing large subcontracts
- Experience managing programs for U.S. Government customers
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)
- Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) to comply with ITAR and EAR regulations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Management of rocket propulsion defense system programs
- Management of Missile Defense Agency programs with MAP/PMAP requirements
- Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans
Skills:
- Ability to multitask in highly collaborative team environments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven problem-solving ability
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
- Preferred experience with Integrated Program Management Tools
- Preferred basic understanding of solid rocket motor design and operation
