Senior Program Manager - CPI International : Job Details

YOUR DAY TO DAY: The Senior Program Manager (PM) will be responsible for managing multiple programs within the Satellite Communications (SatCom) industry. This individual will oversee all aspects of program performance, including project set-up, project execution, financial management, risk and opportunity management, business objectives, schedules, and customer relationships. The PM must possess a deep knowledge of company products and services and has the ability to balance program requirements with company policies, customer needs, financial performance and technical constraints. This is a leadership role that requires strong project management, finance communication, negotiation and strategic skills. YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Program Management & Execution:
  • Lead and manage all phases of SatCom programs from proposal development through execution and closeout, ensuring timely and successful delivery of projects.
  • Oversee programs with extensive Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE), ensuring effective management throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Develop cohesive program plans that outline clear budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements, ensuring alignment with business and customer goals.
• Financial Management:
  • Analyze program financial data and maintain a strong understanding of program budgets, ensuring adherence to financial objectives while maximizing profit and cash flow.
  • Develop and manage integrated Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)-based budgets and schedule baselines, including management reserves, particularly for advanced development programs or complex subcontracts.
• Risk & Opportunity Management:
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and capitalize on opportunities to achieve technical, financial, and business goals.
  • Lead risk mitigation and opportunity capture activities, ensuring balanced strategies that address program challenges while aligning with overall business objectives.
• Customer and Stakeholder Relations:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external customers and internal leadership, providing regular program/product status updates and ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinate and lead/guide cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to define and deliver program/product requirements and ensure quality delivery.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of program plans, promoting collaboration and alignment across technical, operational, and business functions.
  • Foster a positive and high-performing team environment, guiding team members through conflict resolution, motivation, and team-building activities.
• Program Planning & Scheduling:
  • Utilize tools and methodologies to create and maintain a Master Schedule, ensuring accurate tracking and timely execution of program milestones and deliverables.
  • Develop and implement product-oriented WBS and WBS Dictionary to structure and guide the program's objectives and deliverables.
• Negotiation & Decision-Making:
  • Demonstrate expertise in negotiating program/product decisions with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment on scope, budgets, and timelines.
  • Balance program needs with customer requirements, ensuring satisfaction without compromising technical or business goals.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in a Technical, Engineering-Related, or Business-Related field of study.
  • Master's degree or PMP certification is preferred.
• Experience:
  • 7+ years of experience in technical programs in a manufacturing environment, ideally within SatCom, Telecom, Defense, or Aerospace industries.
  • Prior experience managing programs greater than $200M involving significant NRE and technical complexity preferred.
  • Familiarity with FAR/DFAR's and ITAR Regulations preferred
  • Prior experience managing domestic and international programs preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project, MS Office and familiarity with creating and maintaining Master Schedules using project management software and working knowledge of ERP systems and related processes.
  • Demonstrated experience with tools for cost and schedule performance tracking and management.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Experience managing multiple contracts funding types, including Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Cost-Reimbursable, and Commercial.
  • Strong ability to generate cohesive program plans, including the establishment and adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
  • Expertise in risk and opportunity management techniques and the ability to apply them to programs effectively.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to leadership and customers clearly.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate the quality of work products and ensure customer requirements are met.
  • Strong leadership abilities with experience in team building, conflict resolution, and motivating diverse teams.
  • Significant understanding of business and supply chain strategies, particularly in the context of SatCom and high-tech industries.
  • Must be able to travel as needed (up to 10%)

Desired Skills:

• Experience in SatCom, Telecom, aerospace or defense industries is highly desirable. Candidates with other relevant experience will also be considered
• Knowledge of contract management and government regulations related to satellite communications programs is a plus.
• Familiarity with satellite system architecture, payload development, or space-based communication technologies is beneficial.
• International Program Management Experience desired

This role is ideal for a seasoned program manager with a proven track record in leading complex, multi-phase programs. The Senior Program Manager will have a deep understanding of technical requirements, financial management, and risk mitigation, ensuring successful program outcomes in the fast-paced SatCom industry. Salary Range $120000 - $160000 / year SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY! With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries' thousands of products have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more. CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets. WHAT WE OFFER: CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow. We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more! WHO WE ARE: We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us. #LI-KC1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.