If you are a skilled Risk Manager known for your ability to lead under pressure and are looking to work in a dynamic business environment, we may have your next career opportunity! In this position, you will initially be dedicated to support a single large complex program and implement all risk functions for that program. Youll report to a Program Director leading the program and coordinate your activities with the corporate and division PMO offices. Your role will be multifaceted and could quickly evolve depending on our needs and your abilities.The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS
Responsibilities:
You will manage and maintain the risk and opportunity posture of a large complex program, including activities to support risk identification, cost impact analysis, schedule risk analysis, response planning, monitoring, reporting, and the data management necessary to complete this work. The successful candidate will be an energetic, highly driven, solution-focused individual that can work well with internal and external partners at all levels and has a comprehensive understanding of the risk management process. This position is responsible for collaborating, communicating, and working cross-functionally within the program and with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, and other support functions to build and maintain strong relationships.
Must Haves:
- Bachelors degree in Business, or technical related discipline
- Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
- Mastery of the ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for success, challenge status quo, and demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic situations
- Proven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and literacy in the program management disciplines.
- Strong analytical background with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes. Experience with preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes.
- Experience performing risk identification, assessment, schedule risk analysis, cost analysis, and mitigation planning
- Demonstrated experience in using scheduling, risk register, and analytical software applications such as MS Project or Oracle P6, ARM/Riskonnect, Safran Risk, Oracle Crystal Ball, or &64;Risk
- Experience conducting risk workshops and board meetings
- Experience in presenting risk information to leadership
- Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as analytical, planning, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to build productive work relationships across organizational functions and teams
- Broader experience and knowledge in one or more areas: scheduling, cost engineering, earned value analysis, value engineering, program management, proposal preparation, enterprise risk management, A&D experience and technical knowledge, and DoD/government contracting
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Skills:
- Typically 10&43; years of related experience or;
- Masters in Engineering, Aviation or Management and typically 10&43; years of program management experience
- Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS)
- Working knowledge of Program Management Institute Program Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
- Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Managing projects requiring Earned Value Management
At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $159,430.15 - $219,216.46. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150 match up to 6, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.
