AeroVironment

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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