Program Business ManagerLocation: Mojave, CAClearance Type: Secret / Ability to get Program AccessSchedule: 9/80 Work ScheduleRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availableBenefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k MatchingTeam: 13 people, 5 PBM, 7 BMAsSalary Range: $86,320 - $160,560Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Work closely with Contracts department, during contract award, to fully understand the contracted scope of work to be performed.Develop an earned value reporting process in order to meet program requirementsDevelop and maintain production schedules for complex aerospace systemsEnsure alignment between manufacturing capacity and program timelinesSupport proposals and bids by providing accurate cost estimatesTrack actual costs vs. planned costs and identify variancesForecast labor, material, and equipment needs based on program requirementsDevelop strategies to mitigate bottlenecks and ensure on-time deliveryCollaborate with the Project Engineer and shop lead to generate and maintain a schedule, with clearly defined milestones; adjust the budget and schedule to reflect any contractual changesSupport the Project Engineer in monitoring and negotiating the engineering and shop staffing with regard to the right skills and number of people assigned to the projectProvide the Project Engineer and Management with a health visibility report at established intervals as required or requestedVerify (check and balance system) that the technical requirements of the contract are being fulfilled, and if not discuss with the Project Engineer and Management as requiredAdvise and assist the Program Business Analysts as neededManage resources for the implementation of project-related activitiesExcellent planning skills to include the ability to anticipate and prepare for challenges and obstaclesImprovise and re-baseline as neededTrack all expenditures, materials, subcontracts, etc., as requested by Management or required by the contractMust Haves:Bachelor’s degree6+ years of relevant experience within Program ManagementExperience overseeing an entire Aircraft build process, and understanding of how to complete the project within cost and scheduleStrong experience presenting data analysis and communicating effectively to customers and managementEarned Value Management and reporting experienceMicrosoft office suitePlusses:MS Project skills, including creating, updating, and analyzing complex project schedules - to help BMAs troubleshootFamiliarity with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance.Knowledge of scheduling best practices in aerospace or defense programs.Exceptional organizational skillsStrong analytical problem solving skills and ability to implement sound critical thinking skillsExperience working in a SAP environmentERP experience - Cost PointCompensation:$86,320 - $160,560Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.