Defense Program Manager — PMP/PgMP Certified

Stark Aerospace Inc.; Columbus (MS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Aerospace Inc. seeks a Program Manager to coordinate scheduling, pricing, and technical performance for key defense programs. You will work with internal customers to manage status, needs, and issue resolution, and help prepare proposals and plans with cost considerations.

The role requires a four-year degree, PMP/PgMP or equivalent, and strong MS Office skills with excellent communication abilities. U.S. person status is required per federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Four year university degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project management using the principles and tools for measuring project/program success. Preferably in the defense industry.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 U.S.C. §6010

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and monitors scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of assigned programs.
• Works directly with internal customers regarding program status, addressing needs, and resolution of issues.
• Assists in the preparation of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts.
• Tracks and monitors labor, material, overhead, and other costs related to programs.
• Identifies and monitors risks and develops risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules.
• Prepares program management reviews, management progress reports, and presentations.
• Works collaboratively with all employees throughout the organization.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Four year university degree

PMP or PgMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stark Aerospace Inc. seeks a Program Manager to coordinate scheduling, pricing, and technical performance for key defense programs. You will work with internal customers to manage status, needs, and issue resolution, and help prepare proposals and plans with cost considerations.

The role requires a four-year degree, PMP/PgMP or equivalent, and strong MS Office skills with excellent communication abilities. U.S. person status is required per federal regulations.