Advanced Technology Systems Company · 18 hours ago
Program Manager Aerostat C5ISR
Gilbert, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expAdvanced Technology Systems Company in Gilbert, AZ is looking for an experienced Program Manager. The Aerostat C5ISR Program Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for end-to-end delivery of Aerostat-based Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) programs, ensuring mission success, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.
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Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
James Martinez, MA "Army and USMC Veteran"
Responsibilities
Lead full program lifecycle execution for Aerostat C5ISR systems, including pursuit/capture, initiation, planning, development, integration, test, deployment, sustainment, and close-out
Establish program goals, technical objectives, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPI) to track progress and risk
Oversee cost, schedule, technical performance, quality, and risk management to maintain contract compliance and profitability
Execute Program Financial Management like Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and other industry-standard program controls
Coordinate engineering and operational efforts to integrate Aerostat platforms with C5ISR sensors (e.g., radar, EO/IR), communications, ground control stations, and network operations
Ensure that system architecture and technical designs meet operational requirements and interface effectively with broader defense networks
Work with engineering, test, operational and deployment teams to resolve technical issues, validate performance, build and deploy systems
Develop and implement risk management frameworks to monitor and control program cost, schedule, technical, and performance risks
Maintain program risk registers and execute mitigation plans in collaboration with internal execution and customer-facing teams
Report program risk posture and mitigation status to executive leadership and customers
Ensure risk awareness and accountability is embedded across the program team
Serve as the primary point of contact with government customers/stakeholders, and industry partners
Lead program reviews, technical interchange meetings, and status briefings for senior leadership and customers
Translate customer requirements into actionable program plans and deliverables
Develop, negotiate, and administer contract deliverables, statements of work (SOW), schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and subcontractor agreements
Own P&L responsibility for the program(s), driving financial performance against revenue, margin, cash, and growth goals
Monitor and report on financial performance including budgets and forecasts
Work with business development and capture teams to lead/support proposal development, future funding strategy, and growth opportunities
Collaborate with engineering, operations, logistics, training, and field support to ensure cohesive program execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, business, or program management
7+ years of experience formally managing programs as a Program Manager
5+ years working in Engineering and/or Operations
Prior experience working with the U.S. and International Government Customers in Aerospace & Defense markets
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed environment
Hands-on experience implementing program risk management frameworks
Must be a U.S. citizen with or with the ability to obtain a government security clearance
Preferred
Master's degree or PMP preferred
Prior experience with Aerostats and related C5ISR systems for Border/Homeland Security and Military customers
Background involving U. S. Government and International (Foreign Military Sales and Direct Commercial Sales) contracts
Knowledge of Government acquisition lifecycle, contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, IDIQ)
Ability to create, implement, and/or modify programmatic processes
Experience with Aerostats and payloads/ground support equipment including tactical radios, EO/IR systems, Radar systems, networking, and/or computing platforms/servers
Experience with customer and government audits
Understanding of ERP systems
Knowledge of compliance with contractual, regulatory, and corporate requirements, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulations (HSAR)
Self-starter with a sense of urgency
Strategic program leadership history of balancing program delivery with financial and risk performance
Ability to manage risk in complex, multi-agency customer environments
Strong program risk management mindset with proven mitigation strategies
Effective coordination skills with internal execution teams, cross-functional organizations, suppliers, subcontractors and partners
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making
Commitment to compliance, mission assurance, and ethical conduct
Company
Advanced Technology Systems Company
Advanced Technology Systems Company aspires to provide the best services and solutions that meet and surpass the needs of its clients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Habib Debs
Chairman & CEO
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