Defense Contracting Program Manager - NOGJ

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

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We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

As a Program Manager at NOGJ, this position will be responsible for overall program planning, direction, and control and meeting the contract and/or customer funded requirements for an entire program.  This position is responsible for effectively leading project managers and functional leads to integrate research and development, production, quality assurance, test, product support, procurement, contractual and financial data; managing the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs; participating in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes; coordinating the preparation of proposals, proposal work assignments and specifications, budgets and financial terms or conditions of contracts for a whole program.

Location:

Jonesborough, Tennessee

Your Day to Day as a Program Manager at NOGJ:

• Provide primary customer contact for program activities. Lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule and technical performance

• Act as a primary interface to executive management for the execution of assigned programs

• Responsible for accomplishing all program contract requirements through the application of company internal controls, communication, and policy, directive and procedure requirements

• Establish milestones, monitors adherence to integrated master plans and schedules

• Manage the development and/or manufacturing plan and identify program problems and obtain solutions such as improved allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications

• Has the responsibility to accept program direction from company executives and implement it expeditiously and conscientiously

• Manage their programs to the best of their abilities within the approved resources

• Responsible for being customer-focused and providing the best, most cost-effective systems or capabilities, and within contract boundaries

• Innovate, strive for optimal solutions and seek better ways to manage

• Responsible for being candid about program status, including risks and problems as well as potential solutions, likely outcomes and opportunities

• Prepare thorough estimates of financial and resources that are required to manage the program

• Provide the approved financial base-lined program awards, sales, contract profit, profit margin, cash, (and if provided, overhead funds and company discretionary funds such as bid and proposal funds, or independent research and development funds)

• Identify weaknesses in the program management process and propose solutions for such

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a minimum 10 years of related experience with a technical BS degree or 14 years of experience without a technical BS degree, with 5 to 7 years of that experience being in a Program Manager/Project Manager role

• Previous management experience is preferred 

• PM certification preferred

• Knowledge of marketplace and customer needs, objectives and expectations

• Extensive knowledge of company product lines, policies and procedures

• Knowledge of program management practices, including program planning, risk management, issue escalation, schedule and resource management, and earned value and financial activities

• Knowledge of document control requirements

• Knowledge of procurement terms and processes

• Knowledge of negotiation strategies for assigned programs

• Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing fundamentals and terminology

• Knowledge of computers, computer applications and software used to accomplish the responsibilities of the position

• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations

• Ability to understand the power of delegation on team effectiveness

• Ability to conduct efficient meetings using agendas and action items

• Ability to prepare clear, high-quality letters, memos and program reports

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and individual contributors internally and externally

• Ability to make program or project changes based on analysis of results, new legislation, contractual or departmental changes

• Must effectively represent the department to other departments and agencies, and before public entities

• Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, such a program participants and other staff and representatives from other organizations

• Must effectively work as a team member or a team leader

• Ability to create and give successful presentation(s) to management and customers in clear, concise and easily understandable format

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and possible Department of Energy (DOE) clearance and satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $114,000.00 - $180,000.00

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $114,000.00 and $180,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

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