Program Manager III

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: or follow us on X.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America's Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia's Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact

Job Summary
The Program Manager III is responsible for leading all phases of assigned programs, ensuring strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements such as ITAR, TINA, FAR, and Export Compliance. This role oversees project planning and execution, including the development and maintenance of program management plans, schedules, budgets, and documentation, while fostering effective team collaboration and stakeholder engagement. The Program Manager applies risk management and quality assurance practices, facilitates integrated change control, and drives continuous process improvement. Additional responsibilities include preparing program reviews and reports, managing transition to production, participating in proposals and make-or-buy decisions, and performing other duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Policy & Compliance: Understand and adhere to company policies, procedures, and all relevant regulatory requirements (ITAR, TINA, FAR, Export Compliance, EMD, Safety, Security)
• Process & Documentation: Utilize and tailor Organizational Process Assets (OPAs), including procedures, templates, and forms, ensuring all program and product documentation is complete, current, and appropriately stored
• Project Planning & Execution: Lead all phases of assigned programs, including planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure
• Develop and maintain Program Management Plans, Work Breakdown Structures, schedules, budgets, and action item logs
• Stakeholder Management: Identify, engage, and maintain positive relationships with all program stakeholders, both internal and external, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the program lifecycle
• Team Leadership: Foster effective team building, lead program kick-off and regular team meetings, and implement best practices in meeting facilitation and team performance
• Quality & Risk Management: Apply risk management and decision analysis techniques, monitor performance and product quality, and review deliverables for accuracy and completeness prior to customer submission
• Integrated Change & Process Improvement: Implement Integrated Change Control to manage scope, apply work authorization systems, and engage in continuous process improvement by submitting suggestions for positive organizational change
• Reporting & Reviews: Prepare, present, and maintain program reviews, scorecards, and cost/schedule tracking for management and customer stakeholders
• Transition Planning: Plan for and manage transition to production activities as required
• Other Duties: Participate in proposals, make-or-buy decisions, and perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of program management methods and Earned Value Management
• Excellent knowledge of Elbit America business, structure and relationship with ESL (parent company)
• Excellent knowledge of MRP systems, purchase orders and sales order routers
• Excellent knowledge of contracts: fixed price, cost plus and time and materials
• Excellent skill in time management, meeting facilitation and problem-solving
• Excellent skill in the use of MS Office, Visio, Outlook, and Project applications
• Excellent ability to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing
• Excellent ability to create and give program management review presentations
• Excellent ability to negotiate and apply tact and diplomacy with internal/external customers and foreign personnel
• Excellent ability to work independently in building and then leading an integrated product team
• Demonstrated ability to complete programs successfully; within scope, on time, within budget and delivering a quality product to the customer's satisfaction; at the PgM-3 level

Education, Experience & License Or Certification

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 7+ years of functional (using skill set) experience is required including managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects or programs.

• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):

• ESD

• Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department

• Other: ITAR, Export Compliance, TINA, Risk Mgmt, DAR, EMD Verification, EVM, PLM, PBL, RT3, Project Site, PRIMES

Travel/Physical Requirements

• Matrix organizational structure
• Fast-paced
• Deliverables-oriented
• May require national and international travel and passport

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.