Program Manager

Directly responsible execution of the company programs.  Must develop a broad understanding of the operational needs of VirTra and its products and processes.  Will be responsible for the overall planning, execution and reporting of multiple programs at an executive level.  Responsible for the program progress and support requirements, and direct appropriate engineering, contracts operations and support activities.  Working with finance, translates program budget allocations for functional organizational support and coordinates activities of various internal departments to ensure company satisfaction.  Participates in Strategic Planning and development of projects, recommends budget and establishes program related priorities for engineering based on research, customer feedback, emerging technologies and future program-driven requirements.  This is a “hands-on” position that provides leadership and facilitates a culture of accountability.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a key member of the management team and assist in setting the company’s strategic direction as it relates to Program management.
• Organizing programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.
• Developing new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Creating and managing long-term goals.
• Developing a budget and operating plan for the program.
• Utilize an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
• Business development function: Writing program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted or new delivery of products or services.
• Ensuring goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.
• Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services.
• Producing accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.
• Analyzing program risks and recommending mitigation plans or actions.
• Ensure adherence to plans and schedules, develop solutions to program problems.
• Ensure on-time design, development, testing, and contractual deliveries are achieved.
• Support financial reporting for all programs and projects.  Utilize cost/fiscal metrics and risk reporting to executives.
• Participate in proposal activities, supporting new business growth.
• Ensure proper methods are followed to track program cost, schedules and performances for all programs.
• Manage and log time worked daily by project code
• Provide miscellaneous support to other departments, as needed.
• Understand, adhere and participate in ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Coordinates work assignments and defines objectives, priorities and deadlines as needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Guide and maintain compliance with the Agile process and review global resource allocation schedule.
• Instruct, evaluate, and correct implementation of the change control board and Agile processes.

Competencies:

• 1. Strategy
  2. Leadership
  3. Customer focus
  4. Communication skills
  5. Autonomous productivity
  6. Ethical Practice
  7. Business Acumen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Technical background and understanding of industry, product development and production requirements.
• Agile process knowledge and ability to lead teams to successful use of the process
• Change Control Board participation and interpretation of the requirements derived from the board.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, collaboration, project management, problem-solving, change management and influencing skills.
• Superior communication skills and can present his/her ideas in a clear, concise manner; one who can adapt his/her communication style as needed.
• Effectively drive/manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Build rapport and forge strong working partnerships with customers and within the organization.
• Ability to resolve conflicts, provide clear direction and information to the team.
• Results oriented, have the drive needed to complete tasks and get results with the ability to overcome obstacles and resistance.
• Ability to be straight-forward and honest in behavior and communications.  Build trust with customers and fellow employees.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and program tracking software.

Physical Demands:

Work is performed in an office and manufacturing setting.  Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes can occur.  Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear.  Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Program Management, Business, Engineering or similar; Master’s or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• Certification in Program Management strongly desired
• Program management experience in manufacturing of military and or law enforcement firearms or defense accessories.

Additional Requirements, if any:

• Pre-employment Background check and drug testing required.

 

VirTra is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.