Job Title:  Program Manager

Position Summary:

As a Program Manager, you will oversee, direct, and coordinate all activities necessary to successfully execute approved programs and projects, in alignment with AMETEK’s PMI and NPI frameworks. You will ensure proactive project management using firm EVMS metrics and maintain regular team cadence, including consistent reporting. Projects must be delivered within committed customer timelines, meeting all contractual requirements (e.g., SPEC/SOW) and approved funding parameters.

Supervisory Responsibilties:

• Lead the overall direction, coordination, and execution of assigned programs/projects within AMETEK Rotron, including those at the Reynosa, Mexico facility.
• Provide performance evaluation input to Engineering Managers for all Engineering project team members.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage total cost, schedule, and performance for all assigned NPI programs/projects.
• Ensure EVMS performance, including forecasted margins, schedule adherence, technical compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Control gate entry/exit criteria for NPI project reviews per AMETEK Rotron policies.
• Implement and report risk management strategies across all relevant programs.
• Escalate critical issues impacting program/project performance to management.
• Apply PMI principles to empower and guide project teams to success.
• Ensure compliance with PMI and NPI methodologies to establish sound program plans.
• Promote continuous process improvement within project teams.
• Enforce strict scope management for all assigned NPI programs/projects.
• Prepare for customer visits and reviews, including audits, delivery status, assessments, and manufacturing readiness evaluations.
• Collaborate with functional management, staff, and customers to provide programmatic guidance, support negotiations, and resolve issues.
• Ensure timely delivery of all program-related data and documentation throughout the program lifecycle.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational growth and maturity.

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Excellent responsiveness and customer focus.
• Strong composure and listening skills, with the ability to apply strategic thinking to identify key program needs.
• Ability to prioritize and respond effectively under pressure.
• Decision-making capability in high-stress environments.
• Working knowledge of EAR and ITAR compliance.
• Positive leadership style with the ability to manage, motivate, and energize matrixed teams.
• Comfortable multitasking and delivering results under tight deadlines.
• High integrity and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a four-year college or university.
• MBA and PMP certification are highly preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in engineering program management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with EVMS, PMI principles, and proficiency in MS Office Suite including MS Project and Visio.
• Certificate in negotiations or equivalent is preferred.
• Due to ITAR restrictions, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Must be able to safely traverse the production floor safely.