Director – Program Management

Overview

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in Joplin, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Director of Program Management position is a critical leadership role that will be responsible for all aspects of program management execution including profit and loss at the BU level.  The role will be a key part of the management team to help drive performance and strategic direction in the Defense Business Unit.  The successful candidate will have excellent communication and management skills to foster a team that drives accountability.  This role will report to the Senior Vice President- Defense.   

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing such tasks such as coordination of business development opportunities, bidding/proposing projects, developing pricing strategies, managing compliance to customer requirements, maintaining project schedules, assurance of financial performance
• Providing effective management over programs including: Bidding, Negotiations, Statement of Work (SOW) adherence, CSR preparation, EVM concepts, Change Management, Risk & Opportunities.
• Leads a team of Program Managers and Associate Program Managers to effectively execute on customer contracts/orders across the Defense Business Unit
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with both external customers and internal functional support groups (ie:  Operations, Quality, Engineering, etc)
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, and partners
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals
• Manages, develops and motivates employees through influence.
• Model and demonstrate strong leadership in ethics and safety
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

• U.S. Persons.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• 5+ years of program management experience.
• DOD experience is preferred.
• Background/experience in batteries/electro chemistries or power electronics preferred.
• Proven track record developing program management process and teams.
• Advanced understanding of financial management (P&L).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in leading a team
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated results leading activities in support of:
  • Program Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Contract Management
  • Engineering
  • Operations
  • Finance
• Proficiency with MS Office suite of products and MS Project.
• Willing to travel as required.

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEESome of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 10 paid holidays and PTO;
• Matching 401K;
• Annual Profit Sharing;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Dependent scholarship programs.