Program Manager II
Company: Sierra Nevada Corporation
Location: Englewood
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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. SNC has led
thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense
industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this
tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable
Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC
team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and
deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President,
Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to
ensure continued critical command, control and communication during
national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the
airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next
mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here . Are you looking to
advance your career and flex your leadership and program management
skills in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! As a
Program Manager II at SNC, you will oversee the integration and
management of multiple complex projects and major systems, ensuring
successful customer relationships, cost control, scheduling, and
technical execution. Managing programs with budgets of $20M or
more, you will supervise project staff, handle high-risk cost and
schedule considerations, and lead proposal tasks from initial
customer interaction through contract award. Responsibilities:
Oversee total Program Integration Management for multiple complex
projects and major systems, focusing on customer relationships,
cost, schedule, and technical planning. Track and report on project
status, technical execution, and overall program performance.
Manage high-risk programs with budgets of $20M or greater,
involving high customer interaction. Supervise program and project
staff to ensure successful project outcomes. Lead proposal tasks
from first customer interaction, including defining requirements,
creating basis of estimates, negotiating, and securing contract
awards. Participate in business resource planning and tracking in
coordination with other corporate entities. Formulate and lead a
team to fulfill program requirements. Identify, track, and resolve
program issues and problems. Manage program risks by identifying,
mitigating, tracking, and managing them. Conduct routine meetings
and interface on project/program status. Develop proposals, conduct
research and fact-finding, coordinate audits, and negotiate with
project/program stakeholders to ensure initiatives meet cost,
budget, and schedule constraints. Support the Program Director and
Business Operations in fulfilling their responsibilities for the
Business Area. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor's degree in
Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering or
related field. 8 years of progressive experience in project or
program management. 3 years leading medium scale projects; scope
spanning 1-2 years, while leading teams made up of 5 cross
functional team members. Relevant experience can be considered as a
substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the
absence of a degree, a minimum of 12 years of related experience is
required. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for
experience. Experience with the evaluation of requests for
proposals and/or quotes. Experience with preparing, reviewing, and
submitting proposals and/or quotes. Experience with managing a
complex project or larger program. Experience in team building,
time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing,
presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and literacy in the
program management disciplines. Demonstrated financial acumen to
ensure decisions are fiscally sound and responsible. Requires
ability to execute coordination of all elements of a program, i.e.,
Program integration management. Perform task coordination, resource
development, stakeholder identification, etc. Capability to manage
program lifecycle conflicts, prioritize competing
priorities/requests, and evaluate available resources. Requires
ability to identify, assess, and control financial, technical, and
legal risks. Proficient leadership abilities inclusive of
successful change management, mentoring, career development,
training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and
conducting yearly reviews. Requires 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. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret
security clearance Qualifications We Prefer: Project Management
Professional (PMP) Certification (will not be considered in lieu of
required experience.) Advanced degree in Business, Management,
Engineering or related field (may be considered in lieu of 1 year
of required project/program management experience.) Understanding
of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal
Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Working knowledge of
Program Management Institute Program Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Managing projects using Capability Maturity Model Integration
(CMMI), agile and or spiral development models. Managing projects
requiring Earned Value Management. Understanding with application
tools and data architectures. Ability to reinforce the usage &
application of Corporate PM tools. Ability to participate in
program management (PM) process & tool improvement initiatives for
the Business Area. Ability to keep program management informed of
function & process changes within project controls. Ability to
enhance program management expertise in the staff. Ability to
establish new & further refining existing templates, tools, &
guidelines for program documentation & execution. Experience with
ensuring compliance with approved Corporate and ISO 9001:2000
Policies and Processes. Essential Functions: Ability to work in an
office or hybrid environment. Frequent use of a computer and
standard office equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively
with team members and stakeholders. Occasional travel may be
required to support project needs and team collaboration. This
posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and
may be extended based on business needs. Estimated Starting Salary
Range: $143,487.14 - $197,294.82. Compensation varies depending on
a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant
work experience, and education/training/certifications. The
disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable
geographic differential associated with the location at which the
position may be filled. 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
Top 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. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and
national security committed to moving the American Dream forward.
We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus,
agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading
edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our
nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused,
thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country
stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom,
join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an
environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made
based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex,
national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law.
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