AeroVironment
Deputy Program Manager
1300 Eubank Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, NM
No sponsorship$25k-$40kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, customer-focused, and comfortable operating in dynamic operational and technical environments.
- ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR").
- A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day execution of multiple Directed Energy and tracking system programs across development, integration, test, and fielding activities.
- Support development and maintenance of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), program plans, and customer deliverables.
- Test, Training & Field Operations Support
- Support planning and execution of customer demonstrations, training exercises, government acceptance testing, and operational field events.
- Assist with range coordination, safety documentation, travel planning, asset tracking, and event execution support.
- Support operational readiness activities for deployed or forward-operating systems.
- Documentation & Configuration Support
- Support customer visits, technical reviews, demonstrations, and operational engagements.
- We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible.
- As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.
Requirements
- equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- 5+ years of experience supporting defense, aerospace, military systems, or advanced technology programs.
- Experience supporting program execution, test events, training activities, or operational deployments.
- Familiarity with program management processes, schedules, documentation control, and customer reporting.
- Ability to work effectively across technical and operational teams in fast-paced environments.
- U.S. citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
- Assist with proposal and capture activities for future Directed Energy and tracking opportunities as required.
- U.S. Citizenship required
Nice to have
- Experience supporting Directed Energy, Counter-UAS, tracking systems, EO/IR systems, or defense electronics programs.
- Familiarity with field testing environments including military ranges and operational exercises.
- Understanding of DoD acquisition, FAR-based contracts, OTA environments, or defense program lifecycle management.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Excel, or other program management tools.
- Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred.
- Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail and mission focus.
- Comfortable operating in dynamic, high-visibility environments.
Compensation
- $80,500 - $123,000
Benefits
- AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
- For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
Company info
- http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
- We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
- Principals only need apply.
- NO agencies please.
- Coordinate documentation status across multiple teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery to customers.
- Maintain strong working relationships with government customers, teammates, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Founded by legendary innovator Dr.
Equal opportunity
- We are proud to be an EEO/AA
- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
- AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a U
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