Chief Programs Officer, Defense & R&D Programs

PacMar Technologies; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PacMar Technologies is looking for a Vice President of Programs to lead a portfolio of R&D programs for U.S. government agencies including DoD and NASA. The incumbent will ensure high-quality, on-time project execution and will work closely with senior management to achieve the company's strategic goals.

This role requires over 15 years of experience in program management, with a strong focus on engineering design. Familiarity with budget management and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of program management experience, especially in engineering design and development.
• Experience with U.S. Department of Defense projects.
• Must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and scientific programs ensuring high-quality and on-time execution.
• Oversee program cost, schedule, and technical execution across the company.
• Develop program management processes to improve the company's maturity level.

Skills

Program management

Engineering design

Strategic planning

Budget management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM (substitutes for experience)

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

PacMar Technologies is looking for a Vice President of Programs to lead a portfolio of R&D programs for U.S. government agencies including DoD and NASA. The incumbent will ensure high-quality, on-time project execution and will work closely with senior management to achieve the company's strategic goals.

This role requires over 15 years of experience in program management, with a strong focus on engineering design. Familiarity with budget management and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field are essential.