Program Manager

ESI is seeking a driven and experienced Program Manager to lead programs, establish and maintain rapport with clients, and support sales proposals. This role will be responsible for overall program management of assigned contracts and is accountable for program execution, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This person will play a key role in our organization with great upward potential and will work directly under the Director of Program Management and in collaboration with other company departments.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or other related discipline from an accredited university. The individual must have 7+ years of actual program management experience in an aerospace or defense environment.Candidate should be able to demonstrate recent experience in:Aerospace or defense industryAbility to understand technical products with strong business acumenCoordinating multiple programs and driving programs to on-time deliveryManaging budgets for cost plus and firm fixed price contractsDeveloping WBS and schedules in MS ProjectManaging change requests and negotiating new contractsQuoting activities and developing response to RFIs/RFPsCandidate should be able to demonstrate knowledge in:Project Management Methodologies (PMBOK); PMM certification is a plusEngineering and manufacturing processes for electromechanical componentsLeveraging experience to make appropriate program decisions and exercise proper judgment while working with team members and addressing program opportunitiesEstablishing team scope, organizational and communication structuresCommunicating with vendors, clients, sponsors, and project stakeholders in a tactful mannerCoordinating and prioritizing internal resources to ensure timely deliveryDeveloping presentations for and facilitating design reviews including PDR and CDRAnticipating clients' needs and proposing appropriate solutionsNegotiating and coordinating program change ordersCreating action and risk logs and driving actions to completionLending expertise to internal team by employing excellent listening and organizational skillsEnsuring all program requirements outlined in the specification are verifiedIn addition, the ideal candidate will have:Excellent analytical and problem solving skillsA hands-on, "get it done" attitudeStrong communication and leadership abilityCreativity and self-motivation to solve unique and complex issuesDesire to lead teams and be promoted to higher levels of responsibilityKnowledge of Microsoft programs including: Windows 7, MS Project, Word, Excel, etc.Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skillsAbility to develop and cultivate cooperative relationships with various functional teams and individuals, even when having no direct authority over themExcellent organizational and listening skillsAttention to detailUS citizenship or resident statusESI is a technology leader in cutting-edge servo motor control technology for extreme environments. We specialize in designing and manufacturing rugged, high performance motor control products for military, industrial, aviation, robotics, and energy markets. Flexible Work Schedule! 9/80 alternative workweek schedule providing each employee with (1) weekday off every two weeks. Come join us at this exciting time as we expand operations.As part of the ESI Motions commitment to this overall process as an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO) Employer, we will ensure all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination processes remain free of illegal discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and protected veteran status. ESI Motion ensures all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

Created: 2025-03-04