Company Overview
Since 2004, Vadum has built a brand known for practical innovation that delivers solutions to customers in the competitive field of national defense research and development. Vadums expertise is bringing concepts to life in the form of products or prototypes to address challenging national defense problems.
Summary/objective
Vadum, Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager that will be responsible for the technical, financial, schedule performance, and customer satisfaction and overall execution of assigned programs.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Develop and execute a program plan with engineering leadership that is consistent with the program budget, requirements, deliverables and aligns with the overall business area strategy.
Manage the overall program execution, actively mitigate risks to the program and promptly resolves issues that are impacting program performance.
Be the primary customer interface and ensure that contract deliverables are delivered on time.
Help grow the business by defining a growth/transition strategy for each assigned program; manage and actively engage with the customer base to drive achievement of the plan.
Present formal and informal project status/plan briefings to stakeholders.
Help mentor the technical team and lead select efforts to standardize best practices across the Company.
Actively participate in program definition and capture for existing and new customers.
Lead proposal and or capture efforts as assigned and ensure timely and successful delivery.
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
US Citizenship with Security Clearance eligibility.
Extensive knowledge of software systems and programming languages.
3+ years of industry experience in a technical leadership or program management position for defense RandD software programs with experience in supervising personnel, technology assessment, systems design, system analysis, managing multiple technical programs including budgetary responsibility, planning and estimating work loading requirements, acquisition planning, communicating and interfacing with government customers.
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Education/Training/Experience:
Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, Computer science, Mathematics, Physics or related field required.
At least 5 years of related professional (technical) experience required.
At least 3 years of management experience or the ability to demonstrate management capabilities through equivalent leadership experiences.
Physical demands:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
What we offer
Vadum offers a comprehensive benefit program, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401k (k) with up to 4% company match
Paid Time Off
13 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefit Offerings (STD, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Plan)
Work/life balance
Vadum is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, genetic trait, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Vadum is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department at (919) 341-8241 ext.: 180.
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