Senior Program Manager

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Program Manager for our Business Development Department. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility but has the option to be a hybrid schedule or a remote worker. The Senior Program Manager will manage and direct the daily execution of contract and or proposal requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met. They will provide interface, communication and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts. This position also works closely with all functional departments to manage a development program or proposals. Work outcomes may encompass product development, services, IRAD or new business proposals.Responsibilities are conducted under the guidance of senior level management (Director of Programs, or Line of Business (LOB) Lead).

* Manages and oversees the entire proposal process from pre-RFP preparation, through solution preparation and writing, executive review process, to final publication, submission, negotiation, and settlements.
* Responsible for ensuring that DRS proposals are professional, high quality and reflect the high standards and objectives of the corporation, and that the proposal submission is compliant and responsive to all customer requirements and to the instructions of the RFP
* Manage and conduct proposal submissions in accordance with DRS Capture and Pursuit Process
* Tracks all proposal efforts, which may include work of proposal managers, writers, solutions architects, prices, contracts personnel, and administrative support teams.
* Collaborate on various tasks with management including: Capture, Program, Technical, and Functional Leads to accomplish objectives
* Responsible for completing Proposal Strategies including developing Capture Plans, Win Themes and Win Strategies
* Lead or support all meetings and the integrated product and/or project team (from kick-off through project close)
* Oversee and provide leadership to program or project teams to plan, track and execute project plans from start to completion using specific technical knowledge
* Prepare for and participate in contract/subcontract negotiations.
* Allocate and control contract budgets for labor, material, travel and purchased services. Regularly report program status to senior management

• Manage various tasks/team/project/Engineering changes
• Assist in resolving schedule and budget problems as they arise and take corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution.
• Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer
• Ensure all tasks are executed in accordance with appropriate regulations and Company policies and procedures (i.e. federal acquisition regulations)
• Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly recorded
• Understand and develop leading verses lagging indicators
• Develop and execute program corrective action strategies
• Partner with various stakeholders on planning process and system improvements
• Develop and understand principles of program planning. Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields
• Develop and understand cash flow management principles
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain or Business
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of program and proposal management tools and procedures
• Solid leadership and management skills
• Experience throughout the program lifecycle from development through sustainment to include: proposal development, requirements decomposition, generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
• Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis
• Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management
• Solid problem solving skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Experience with managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling and budget control
• Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Program Management certification preferred (i.e. PMP or DAU)