Senior Manager of Program Planning & Scheduling, Sierra Space

• This role requires a seasoned leader with extensive managerial experience, a proven track record of managing large teams and complex projects, and the ability to interact with executive leadership
• They possess in-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices, as well as strong financial acumen and budget management skills
• We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission
• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
• Several years of relevant work experience with a significant portion in a managerial or leadership role. Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects
• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change-management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Project Professional and familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) Tools
• Proven experience in the development and maintenance of resource loaded integrated master schedules to include detailed schedule analysis, health assessments, schedule risk assessments, and critical/driving path analysis
• Experience leading schedule baseline and cost integration activities resulting in an on time Integrated Baseline Review (IBR)
• Experience with DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures
• Knowledge of DCMA 14-piont, IPMR DI_MGMT-81861, and Mil Standard 881, IPMDAR
• Experience with full Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) cost/schedule integration
• Understanding and application of Critical Path Analysis and Schedule Risk Analysis & Schedule Performance and Heath Metric Analysis
• Experience with new program award and developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) from concept to baseline to program execution
• Understanding of Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development
• Understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
• Experience in rolling wave planning
• Upholds and models company values; ability to hold others accountable to values
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to translate functional plans into operational plans; identifies and executes operational initiatives
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills
• Strong background and proven competency in Program Controls fundamentals inclusive of program risk management
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Desirable

• The Senior Manager will be responsible for translating functional plans into operational objectives and driving the success of larger projects that contribute to multiple areas of the organization
• The Senior Manager will oversee multiple disciplines or departments, ensuring that operational processes align with strategic objectives and financial plans
• This position demands a strong commitment to upholding company values, supporting organizational changes, and fostering a culture of excellence
• This role involves translating functional plans into operational plans while identifying and executing key operational initiatives
• It ensures that execution aligns with financial plans and holds accountability for area budgets
• The individual embodies the company culture and demonstrates great leadership by leading and supporting change initiatives
• Responsibilities include managing activities across two or more disciplines or departments, providing direct supervision to managers or individual contributors
• The role also drives the strategy and success of larger projects that impact multiple areas of the organization
• It requires translating functional plans into actionable operational objectives to deliver results and providing guidance to subordinates
• Additionally, the position contributes to financial planning and ensures execution according to established plans, goals, and priorities, with accountability for select budgets
• Regular interaction with leadership, including executive-level stakeholders, is essential, particularly on cross-functional or customer matters that require persuasion in sensitive and complex situations
• The role involves addressing issues where analysis of data or situations demands conceptual thinking and a deep understanding of organizational objectives
• Upholding and modeling company values is a key expectation, as is holding others accountable to those values
• Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security

• Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified