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Position:  Program Manager (Engineering)

Description: The Program Manager is responsible for the management of engineering programs and projects (often more than one) and reports to the Engineering Manager.  The management of programs includes initiation, all customer interfacing, progress and cost tracking, coordination of resources, and internal reporting.  Projects range in size and consist of both government and commercial work.  The Program Manager will be based in Largo, MD and draw resources from the engineering department and outside vendors.  Travel to customer facilities will be required in the course of the job.

Duties and Responsibilities:

bulletAssumes profit and loss responsibility for assigned projects/programs
bulletManages the day-to-day design and development of engineering projects in the subsea vehicle, ships husbandry and underwater diving/welding industry
bulletPlans or oversees planning of the job including budget, schedule, resources, risk control, and quality control
bulletCoordinates with engineering group managers (ME, EE, SE, Drafting) to develop a design and production team for the successful completion of the project (technical, schedule, budget).  The team may include a Project Engineer that leads the internal work on the project, particularly for large or specialized projects
bulletManages procurement and relationships with outside vendors
bulletWorks with Business Development pursuing opportunities both with existing customers and new customers.  Keeps track of and reports on customers and opportunities
bulletWrites, manages, or reviews proposals, getting buy in from the engineering group managers (ME, EE, SE, Drafting) and key personnel
bulletKeeps the customer and Phoenix management updated on the jobs status
bulletManages the resolution of problems both internal and with customer

Requirements:

bulletBS or MS degree in mechanical, electrical, or software engineering.  MBA desirable
bullet5 years working as an engineer on electro-mechanical design, preferably on subsea vehicles (ROV’s, AUV’s, manned submersibles)
bullet5 years experience managing projects or programs in the design and build of electro-mechanical or subsea equipment
bulletPossess excellent verbal and written communication skills
bulletExperience in customer development and opportunity closing
bulletExperience and training in proposal development and writing
bulletSkilled with MS Office, MS Access and MS Project
bulletKnowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools including skill in organizing resources. Possess a thorough knowledge of contracts and financial management, including cost control and estimating
bulletMust possess or be able to obtain a US government clearance

Benefits:  ESOP, 401k, medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, holiday, vacation and sick leave.

If interested, email cover letter and a resume to jobs-in-maryland@phnx-international.com