Program Management Operating Manager

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Aerospace Defense Custom Solutions (ADCS) is the organization within Keysight responsible for engaging with A/D customers to define and deliver test solutions that meet their requirements. We seek long-term partner relationships to enable success for our customers and establish Keysight as the dominant provider of A/D test solutions, which include test systems, switch matrices, and SW solutions.

As the leader of the Program Management Office (PMO) you will play an essential role in driving continued success for our employees, customers, and business. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team of program / project managers, and coordinators who are responsible for driving A/D test solution projects from design to delivery and support (the solution lifecycle), working cross functionally with business development, engineering, and production teams.

• Manage resources across the PMO team to ensure projects are staffed appropriately.
• Oversee the A/D projects being driven by the PMO team to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of solutions that meet our customers' requirements.
• Drive efficient and effective processes across the PMO team to meet quality, financial, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Work cross functionally with ADCS management to ensure projects have the appropriate support, escalations are actively addressed, and the right priorities / trade-offs are taken.
• Attend and actively participate in proposal reviews as a key stakeholder to ensure incoming deals are achievable.
• Responsible for ADCS projects hitting revenue and GM goals.
• Continuously strive to build and improve team capabilities and drive process improvement.
• Drive strong customer focus during all phases of the solution lifecycle.

A successful candidate will:

• excel at both management and leadership
• effectively utilize project/resource management skills to guide the PMO team and manage multiple simultaneous projects, resources, priorities, and stakeholders
• exercise sound judgement in critical decision making
• actively support employee development, mentor employees to enable growth, and motivate for high achievement
• maintain an open environment where innovation can thrive
• continuously align team activities with organizational strategies and goals
• possess the ability to deal with ambiguity and adapt to change in a dynamic environment
• demonstrate and model a strong customer focus
• exercise strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with internal and external partners
• embody high standards of teamwork, collaboration, and leadership
• hold themselves and others accountable for clear and reasonable objectives.

Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to Loveland, Colorado.

• BS or MS degree in engineering is required
• 5-10+ years of project management and leadership experience
• 2-5+ years in practical engineering experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or product development role
• Working knowledge of RF and test systems
• Experience working with customers is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, VISIO, Access, Outlook, Projec

Based on customer requirements, US Citizenship is required, as is the ability to obtain a security clearance

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Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Pay is based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Colorado pay range: MIN $151,800 - MAX $253,000

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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