Job Information
Kansas Employer NIAR Program Manager II in Wichita, Kansas
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Description
University Overview
Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and worldthis is the place where you belong.
Position Specific Responsibilities
NIARSustainment is looking for a Program Manager who can support and lead a cross-functional project team. This position is located at the Park City facility.
Summary of Responsibilities
Manages multiple programs and coordinates efforts to ensure that projects are completed on-time, within budget constraints and scope, and meet program requirements. Oversees the assigned programs and offers strategic guidance to leadership while ensuring proper internal and external communications. Facilitates team coordination and communication, with internal and external resources and stakeholders, throughout the project.
Essential Functions
Manages laboratory activities related to the program, including research, testing; manages program requirements including production, scope, and budget\ Provides oversight of the work of the program to ensure that the work is completed on time and in accordance with established standards or specifications\ Evaluates program effectiveness by collecting and analyzing data in support of key performance metrics\ Ensures that activities are in compliance with policies and regulations\ Coordinates with and provides reports and updates to internal and external resources and stakeholders\ Reviews open action items and project schedules; organizes daily activities based on the goals of the project\ Manages external resources to support project schedules and on-time delivery\ Responds to customer questions or requests promptly\ Facilitates customer engagement and supports strategic growth initiatives\ Develops and maintains positive relationships with customers and suppliers\ Facilitates team coordination and communication, and plans follow-up meetings with internal and external stakeholders\ Builds new project schedules as needed with all resources and dates identified\ Provides regular updates and/or reports, and proactively communicates risks and barriers to project completion\ Documents and analyzes project test results and generates final reports\ Prepares and presents written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders as needed\ Organizes, tracks, and manages expenses\ Completes special projects as assigned
Commitment
Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence.WSUis the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities tha t make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.
Requirements
Minimum Education
Bachelors degree in engineering or relatedSTEM, or equivalent combination of related education and experience
Preferred Education
Minimum Experience
Five (5) years of related program management experience in aerospace or the military; Experience directing and managing staff to ensure successful completion of program activities, and organizing, tracking, and managing program expenses
Preferred Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated