Software Engineer / Program Manager - 1923 (Albuquerque, NM)

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Summary: Seeking a seasoned Software Engineer with Program Management experience to lead development, delivery, and customer relations for aerospace programs in a collaborative small company environment. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to make a direct impact on aerospace programs 2. Collaborative, close-knit environment where contributions are recognized 3. Professional growth is supported and diverse skills can be developed SOFTWARE ENGINEER / PROGRAM MANAGER   CLIENT JOB DESCRIPTION: Seeking a seasoned Software Engineer with Program Management experience. Join this dynamic small company where you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our aerospace programs. This role offers the advantages of working in a collaborative, close-knit environment where your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is supported.   Core Focus:  Plan and manage the development and delivery of customer SRDLs (System Requirements Documents and Specifications), design reviews, program planning and schedules.   These are the principal tasks that would need to be planned and managed. All of this will have to be documented and presented to the customer. The majority of the work will be to replace obsolete computer systems and monitors with new supportable hardware.   The software will have to be re-hosted onto the new hardware.   The approach will have to be communicated in design reviews and then implemented and tested.  The majority of the project involves software tasks and customer reporting…SDRLs, design reviews and document updates.     KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Program Planning & Execution: Lead comprehensive program planning from inception through delivery, including development of baseline schedules and milestone definition  Customer Deliverables Management: Oversee the development and timely delivery of customer SRDLs, ensuring all specifications and requirements are met  Design Review Coordination: Plan, organize, and facilitate critical design reviews throughout the program lifecycle  Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, tracking performance against baselines and managing Expected Time to Complete (ETC)  Contract & Scope Management: Provide expert knowledge of contract content and statement of work requirements  Customer Relations: Function as the company's primary customer program representative, ensuring quality requirements are met or exceeded  Issue Resolution: Proactively identify program issues and lead resolution processes What We're Looking For… PRIMARY PERSONAL and PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Strong Work Ethic: Demonstrated commitment to excellence and accountability in all tasks  Eagerness to Learn: Willingness to continuously develop skills and adapt to new challenges  Team Collaboration: Ability to thrive in our small company environment where everyone's contribution matters  Preference would be a Software/Systems engineer that has some experience as an associate PM or an actual PM.   Experience successfully either having led or been part of a team that has done similar work.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering (Software/Systems), or related degree + 4-5 years experience, OR 5-7 years of direct Program Manager experience.  Technical background in aerospace industry highly desirable Experience in Engineering (Design, Systems, and Manufacturing) IS REQUIRED.   WHY JOIN OUR SMALL COMPANY? Working with us offers unique advantages: Direct Impact: Your work directly influences program success and company growth  Professional Growth: Opportunity to wear multiple hats and develop diverse skills  Close Collaboration: Work directly with leadership and cross-functional teams  Recognition: Your contributions are visible and valued  Flexibility: Agile decision-making and responsive work environment ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Position may require travel both domestic and international  Anticipated pay rate: $55+ per hour  Contract to permanent likely For complete job descriptions please visit our website at www.BESTstaffJobs.com/job-seekers and click on “Click Here to View Open Jobs and Apply”. It is the policy of BESTstaff, Inc. not to discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. "Positively changing lives through Trust, Care and Commitment based staffing"