Job Title:  Program Manager

Overview:  

AMETEK NSI-MI is the premier source for advanced RF measurement solutions for aerospace, defence, satellite, wireless applications and beyond. Our elite team of experts oversee every step of the design, construction, and system integration process of measurement systems that are used to measure customer test articles such as antennas, radars, satellites, and similar equipment. These test systems are comprised of extremely high-precision mechanical positioners of varying sizes, and RF instrumentation that work in unison to characterize various devices under test. The long lifetime of these systems requires the delivery of parts and upgrades to overcome obsolescence and extend the viability of these systems well into the future.

The Program Manager is a key member of the customer support team and will oversee the delivery of parts and upgrades for domestic and international customers.  He/she reports to the Division Vice President, System and Product Services. The Program Manager must demonstrate strong organizational skills, ability to plan effectively and drive tasks to fruition, as well as excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills. The candidate must be able to work independently and leverage experts to assist in the completion of the assigned programs.

He/she will be an ambassador of NSI-MI Technologies and will need to develop good working relationships with customers and efficiently execute assigned projects to ensure that they are satisfied with the Company’s products and services. As a preferred supplier to our customers, it is imperative that communications are timely to ensure that customers are kept up to date.  It is also important that the Program Manager help identify potential new business opportunities including equipment upgrades, training and other products and services.  The day-to-day activity is management of a portfolio of programs of various sizes, typically under $1M, with full responsibility for program financial management.

The ideal candidate will have work experience with RF systems or electromechanical components, experience in overseeing the delivery of complex technical systems or products and demonstrate an ability to manage tasks to schedule and budget.  If you do not have experience in oversight and delivery of technical complex content, this job may not be for you.  Experience with mechanical positioning systems or robotics is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of complex engineering projects and ensure financial, technical and schedule objectives are met or exceeded and monitor and report on progress.
• Perform financial analysis and projections of projects and present status to company management.
• Manage and coordinate resources within the organization to realize project goals. 
• Coordinate the work of the assigned project team with emphasis on exercising appropriate financial and technical judgment to meet financial and technical project goals.
• Provide oversight of multi-disciplinary engineering team during the design, development, implementation, and support of precision RF measurement systems.
• Be capable of managing risks to financial, technical, and schedule objectives and mitigating any risks.
• Participate in proposal efforts to address new opportunities.
• This position may require occasional domestic and international travel, approximately 15%.

Required Skills:    

• Experience with costing labor and parts.
• Experience managing technical projects that include engineering design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of complex systems.
• Problem Solving, Critical thinking, and being able to make decisions by taking prudent risks
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal skills with an authentic desire to build relationships and share knowledge.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, MS Project, and MS Office.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Skills: 

• Familiarity with earned value techniques.
• Experience with precision motion control, antenna and/or antenna or RF design and measurements
• Experience with Aerospace development programs and knowledge of DoD procurement practices.
• Experience managing subcontracts and or developing and implementing anechoic chambers.
• PMI training or certification
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Experience Level:    3+ years of program management experience

Education Level:      Bachelor's Degree in either Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with relevant management experience

Location:                  Greater Los Angeles (Torrance, California)

Apply:                       www.nsi-mi.com/about-us/join-our-team

NSI-MI Technologies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.