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AV · 6 hours ago

Program Manager III

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Program Manager III is responsible for overseeing the execution of company programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance while acting as the central point of contact for program activities.

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Responsibilities

Management of the program throughout the program's life-cycle. Ensures customer alignment and manage overall customer satisfaction
Definition, implementation, and management of program controls and success criteria. Identifies, analyzes, and manages all program-level risk
Coordinates and aligns project teams and their inter-dependencies. Establishes, communicates, and manages program priorities
Aligns and informs stakeholders of program's status and health. Leads program meetings and program reviews with the customer and executive staff
Develops and maintains program plans including budget, Estimate at Completion (EAC), resource allocation, and communications
Supports the creation and maintenance of product requirements
Manages potential changes in program scope and advise leadership and customer of potential impact
Actively supports the Business Development team in bidding and capturing opportunities
Assists and/or coordinates the preparation of cost and technical proposals
Ensures adherence to Company policies and processes
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Program ManagementRisk ManagementProject Management ToolsMicrosoft OfficeUnmanned Aircraft SystemsPMI CertificationAnalytical SkillsLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 – 12 years of experience in Program Management
Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects
Experienced managing firm fixed price programs and developing risk management & mitigation plans
Experienced in a highly technical environment
Deep knowledge of Project Management methods, tools and processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Project)
Some travel required (up to 20%)
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”)

Preferred

PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems is desired
Experience managing International (ex-US) programs is desired
Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance strongly desired

Benefits

Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown

Company

At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.68B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M

Leadership Team

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Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
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Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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