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Caterpillar Inc.Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex defense programs for the U.S. Navy, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements while achieving program objectives on schedule and within budget. Strong capabilities in strategic planning, financial management, and cross-functional team leadership are essential.
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Program ManagementU.S. Navy Acquisition ProgramsCross-Functional Team LeadershipFinancial ManagementRisk Mitigation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Organize and coordinate processes and procedures for all project teams within the program
- Serve as a liaison and build bridges among project teams within the program
- Translate corporate objectives into program objectives and practices
- Plan and monitor program development to ensure quality standards and goals are achieved
- Manage all aspects of the organizational program
- Ensure projects within the program are implemented, accepted, and accomplished within set deadlines
- Lead execution of complex defense programs supporting the U.S. Navy
- Manage customer engagement, strategic planning, financial management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional team leadership
- Serve as the primary interface with Navy customers, internal team members, and stakeholders
- Ensure program objectives are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree or equivalent experience desired
- Experience supporting U.S. Navy acquisition programs, including shipbuilding, sustainment, modernization, or related defense programs
- Experience supporting U.S. Navy major program acquisition including shipbuilding programs
- Knowledge of Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) organizations
- Experience supporting Undersea / Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager (DRPM) for Submarines is preferred
- Working knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies
- Working understanding of inter-team collaboration and cross-functional coordination
- Extensive knowledge of program management policies and techniques
- Prior service as a U.S. Navy Engineering Duty Officer with Level III qualification in Program Management and membership in the Defense Acquisition Corps Acquisition Professional Community is preferred
- Master's degree in engineering or related technical discipline is preferred
- Service in a U.S. Navy program office such as PMS 397 or PMS 450 is preferred
- Experience supporting submarine procurement, maintenance, modernization, sustainment, and policy initiatives is preferred
- Knowledge of customer major programs and upcoming U.S. Navy acquisition initiatives
- U.S. citizenship required; applicants must not hold dual citizenship with another country
- Willingness to present evidence of U.S. citizenship
- Successful completion of a drug screen required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
- 401(k) savings plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
- Incentive bonus
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Domestic travel up to 20%
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Hard Skills
Program Management PoliciesDefense AcquisitionShipbuilding ProgramsSubmarine ProcurementSustainmentModernizationStrategic PlanningRisk Mitigation TechniquesInter-Team CollaborationInfluencing Tactics
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationLeadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Level III Qualification in Program ManagementDefense Acquisition Corps Membership
Industry Keywords
U.S. NavyPortfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE)Undersea / Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager (DRPM)Program OfficePMS 397PMS 450