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Dir. Program Management -Medical Device Development (Finance) Dir. Program Management -Medical Device Development (Finance) About KMC KMC Systems is a leading design, development and manufacturer of MedTech devices and instrumentation for OEM's in the areas of diagnostic, therapeutic, and biomedical products. With more than 40 years of experience, KMC Systems is an ISO 13485 certified and FDA registered firm with expertise in all aspects of medical product development, verification, design for and transition to production. Additional capabilities include flexible turnkey manufacturing, depot repair and full compliance with FDA QSR regulations and GMP practices. Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Director of Program Management to lead our global Program Management Office. The ideal candidate brings deep experience delivering large-scale, complex automation systems that integrate hardware and software, ideally in regulated or high-performance environments such as MedTech, diagnostics, or industrial automation. You will be responsible for building and driving execution discipline across all product development programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, optimal resource utilization, and delivery of quality outcomes on time and on budget. You will play a pivotal role in driving engineering execution from early development through pilot build and ensuring a smooth and effective transfer to manufacturing. Key Responsibilities: Lead and scale the PMO to support a portfolio of complex, cross-functional programs involving mechanical, electrical, software, and systems integration. Define and continuously improve program governance, processes, and tools to ensure consistent execution excellence. Drive end-to-end program execution, from concept through design, pilot build, and transfer to manufacturing. Own and drive engineering schedules and resource plans, ensuring milestones are met across product and system-level deliverables. Manage a global team of program managers and cross-functional contributors, coordinating work across multiple time zones and engineering centers. Act as a strategic thought partner to R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams. Implement robust metrics and KPIs to monitor program health, highlight variances, and enable proactive decision-making. Serve as an escalation point for program risks and challenges; develop recovery plans and align stakeholders. Lead executive program reviews and provide clear status updates and recommendations to senior leadership. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Qualifications and Requirements: 10+ years of experience in program or product management roles within complex, multidisciplinary product development environments. Proven track record leading large-scale automation programs involving both hardware and software integration. Demonstrated experience driving engineering execution, pilot builds, and transfer to manufacturing. Experience managing teams and resources globally, including offshore or outsourced engineering teams. Deep understanding of product development lifecycles, from concept through design transfer and launch. Strong financial acumen with experience managing program budgets and resource planning. Expertise in program tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, Confluence) and project portfolio management frameworks. Background in medical devices, diagnostics, or other regulated industries. Bachelors degree in relevant discipline Program Management Professional certification is a plus. Experience standing up or transforming a PMO function in a scaling organization Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills #LI-SW1 Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer: Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off Competitive compensation & 401k 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 a contract for employment. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr KMC Operations in

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