Aerospace Operations Program Manager | DoD Clearance

Dover Corporation; Northwood (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Dover Corporation's Microwave Products Group (MPG) in Salisbury, MD is seeking a seasoned Program/Project Manager to coordinate multi-functional teams for military/aerospace programs. You will guide engineering, purchasing, production and sales to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with DoD standards.

The role emphasizes customer-facing communication, risk management, and supplier engagement, with potential for a discretionary bonus based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technically related field is required or preferred.
• MBA may be beneficial for advancement in operations or program management.
• 5+ years of program/project management experience in military/aerospace/high-reliability environments.
• DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with government contracts, and knowledge of military standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budget and drive successful delivery through influence and cross-functional coordination.
• Lead interdepartmental teams to resolve issues affecting product delivery.
• Ensure smooth transition to manufacturing with tracking and cost reporting to the customer.
• Set quality and process performance objectives for projects.
• Negotiate and track supplier/subcontractor costs, schedules, and progress.
• Define project direction with the Product Line Manager considering customer, tech, cost, and schedule tradeoffs.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress against milestones.
• Analyze project performance to ensure achievement of short- and long-term goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Customer facing

PMP certification

Security clearance

Military standards

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technically related field

MBA (beneficial)

Tools

IFS ERP

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dover Corporation's Microwave Products Group (MPG) in Salisbury, MD is seeking a seasoned Program/Project Manager to coordinate multi-functional teams for military/aerospace programs. You will guide engineering, purchasing, production and sales to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with DoD standards.

The role emphasizes customer-facing communication, risk management, and supplier engagement, with potential for a discretionary bonus based on performance.