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CACI International Program Management SME - Systems Engineering & Production in Reston, Virginia
Program Management SME - Systems Engineering & Production
Job Category: Project and Program Management
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
The Opportunity:
CACI Performance Excellence (PX) is a small team of seasoned program management who support, drive and track outstanding performance by CACI’s 300+ customer-facing program. PX engages with programs throughout their lifetime, from pre-award to program shutdown. We objectively help identify and resolve performance issues – insisting on transparency, escalating bad news, and collaborating on solutions. We conduct independent reviews for large and/or risky programs and participate in corrective and preventative action planning.
Through active engagement we drive improvements in (1) management and execution consistency and (2) tools, data, processes, guidance and help programs gain maximum value with the least burden. PX represents the program manager’s perspective as processes, guidance and tools are developed.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities As a PX team member, you will leverage your extensive background in management and execution of systems engineering and production programs for Federal Government customers to support and oversee program execution across multiple points of engagement. You will help to formulate and promote CACI policies and processes, recommend effective best practices, identify impediments, and drive improvements into program teams. We are looking to increase PX’s expertise in the management of production programs including Systems Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing.
Qualifications:
Required:
Engineering Experience:
Working in a disciplined, structured, process-driven engineering organization.
Requirements management (traceability, validation, sell-off, milestone entry/exit criteria, change control using tools such as DOORS, JAMA).
Validation and Verification.
Hardware development and test (Electronic and/or Optical systems) experience.
SME level knowledge of ISO/IEC/IEEE-15288; or equivalent DOD or NASA systems engineering standards.
Familiarity with ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207- Software life cycle processes; AGILE software development; and Open Systems Architecture concepts.
Demonstrated experience with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE).
Familiarity with Digital Engineering practice, associated Industry and Government standards and tools such as CAD, DOORs, CAMEO, JIRA, JAMA • And/or Manufacturing Experience.
Operations management of a 100+ person production line, to include Production, Quality, Test, Supply Chain, Facilities, EH&S and Manufacturing Engineering oversight.
DOD or NASA experience to include DCMA or equivalent NASA audits.
Production operations metrics (Technical, Quality, Schedule, Cost, Safety).
Factory standup (Training, OSHA standards, Manufacturing engineering, Quality programs, facilities, etc.).
MRP/PLM experience.
New product introduction, product development lifecycle management.
Design For Manufacturing (DFM) processes.
Working knowledge of: LEAN; HW development, test, quality, mission assurance; Supply Chain and Quality processes; Electronic or Optical production.
10+ years managing large ($200M+) Federal Government HW/SW systems engineering and/or manufacturing programs or projects.
Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years of related work experience.
Exposure to Earned Value Management.
Cost and schedule estimation and tracking.
Desired:
Experience in an AS9100 certified engineering organization.
New Product Introduction (NPI); Design For Manufacturing (DFM); Design To Cost (DTC) and/or Design to Unit Production Cost (DTUPC).
Familiarity with Ground, Sea, Air or Space based platform integration, C4ISR systems, C2 Networks, Electronic Warfare and/or SIGINT systems a plus.
Exposure to aviation/space products.
Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with all levels of management.
Assertiveness, ability to influence, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to easily navigate between strategic and detailed levels.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$131,700 - $289,700
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.