Aerospace & Defense Program Manager: Integrated Scheduling

Jobtailor; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex Defense & Aerospace initiatives within a structured program lifecycle framework. You will partner with Sales on proposals, review contracts for scope and risk, and craft Integrated Master Schedules to guide global teams.

Strong ITAR/CUI awareness and robust communication are essential. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, provide executive updates, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while accommodating up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
• 7+ years of progressive engineering and program/project management experience, ideally in Aerospace & Defense or high-tech
• Led complex, multi-disciplinary programs with cost/schedule/performance accountability
• Proficient with program management tools, risk reviews, and integrated scheduling (MS Project)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, including crossing project groups
• Data-driven problem solving skills
• Understanding ITAR and CUI handling and security
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
• U.S. Citizen or eligible under ITAR rules to access ITAR/CUI materials

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closure of complex Defense & Aerospace programs
• Collaborate with Sales on proposal development and program capture strategies
• Conduct detailed contract reviews to assess scope, risk, and deliverables
• Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), identifying critical paths
• Build cross-functional alignment across global teams for timely execution
• Monitor program performance using industry-standard tools and initiate corrective actions
• Deliver executive-level program updates and customer communications
• Sustain urgency, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
• Travel 10% or less

Skills

Program Management

Integrated Scheduling

Risk Assessment

Data Analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

MS Project

Industry-Standard Tools

Job description

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex Defense & Aerospace initiatives within a structured program lifecycle framework. You will partner with Sales on proposals, review contracts for scope and risk, and craft Integrated Master Schedules to guide global teams.

Strong ITAR/CUI awareness and robust communication are essential. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, provide executive updates, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while accommodating up to 10% travel.