AV · 23 hours ago
Program Manager III
Centreville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$137K/yr - $194K/yr
8+ years expAeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems, seeking a Program Manager III to oversee the execution of company programs. The PM will manage program life-cycles, ensuring customer satisfaction and alignment while coordinating project teams and managing risks and priorities.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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
Able to work across projects to gain maximum efficiencies on complex customer requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 8 – 12 years of experience in Program Management or relevant industry trade
Proven track record of running multiple, successful projects, programs, and/or operations
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)
Experience overseeing Unmanned Aircraft Systems programs/operations required
Experience managing International (ex-US) programs required
Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Active Top Secret Security Clearance required
Strong verbal and written skills; analytical and strategic thinking ability; leadership skills; very strong work ethic as well as honesty, trustworthiness and high integrity
Interfaces effectively with internal teams as well as government, international partners, and commercial customers
Works well independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines
Is a strong communicator who effectively articulates vision/mission to team
Demonstrates familiarity with use and application of export licenses for the export of military products to foreign countries
Courageous and a risk taker. A mover and shaker yet collaborative and inclusive of a team approach to results
Committed to AV Values (Trust & Teamwork, Customer Commitment, Ownership & Results, and Innovate & Simplify) and emulates these values in all actions
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Experience in product test and evaluation. Capable of developing extensive test reports with recommended way forward for product improvement. Willingness to run multiple test & evaluation efforts in parallel, to include managing test range coordination, activity approvals with local/federal authorities as needed, as well as equipment logistics
Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods (Frequent); talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Ability to work in austere locations for extended periods of time (Frequent)
U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition
Some travel required (up to 20%)
Preferred
PMI (or equivalent) certification is preferred
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
Leadership Team
Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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