Defense Program Manager with an Active Secret Level Clearance

Talent Search Pro; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Search Pro is seeking a Specialist, Program Management in Northampton, MA to lead cross‑functional teams and manage cost, schedule and technical performance on submarine systems programs.

You will coordinate with operations, finance, planning, contracts and supply chain, ensuring compliance with ITAR/EAR and DPAS/FAR/DFAR. A Secret clearance and onsite work are required; the role includes risk management and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience; Graduate Degree with 2+ years; or 8 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance required.
• Experience with government contracts including DPAS ratings and FAR/DFAR contract requirements.
• Earned Value Management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional program teams to deliver on schedule, within scope and on budget.
• Manage full project lifecycle per contract requirements and company standards.
• Support business development activities, including proposal management and negotiations.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and opportunities in a dynamic environment.
• Serve as primary stakeholder interface with leadership, customers, suppliers and partners.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, export controls (ITAR/EAR) and contractual obligations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Earned Value Management

Microsoft Office

Active US Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years or higher; or Graduate degree with 2+ years; in lieu of degree 8 years

Tools

FAR/DFAR knowledge

DPAS ratings

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Program Management

Role Summary

Job Details

Job Location: Northampton, MA.

Schedule: 9/80- Employees work 9 out of every 14 days — totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Program Manager on the Submarine Systems Programs team within Maritime’s Imaging Systems (IS) will ensure effective management of cost, schedule and technical aspects for assigned programs. They will communicate effectively with functional teams including operations, finance, planning, contracts, and supply chain to set priorities, resolve issues and meet program commitments.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and coordinate cross functional program teams to deliver on schedule, within scope and on budget.
• Manage full project lifecycle in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards.
• Support business development activities, including proposal management, proposal change control, and negotiations as required.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and opportunities, able to adapt strategies in a dynamic work environment.
• Serve as the primary stakeholder interface, including communication with internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and other partners.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, export controls (e.g., ITAR/EAR), and contractual obligations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Experience with government contracts including DPAS ratings and FAR/DFAR contract requirements
• Familiarity with Earned Value terms and uses to manage program cost and schedule performance

Skills and Certifications:

Active Secret Level Clearance
Have experience with Department of Defense regs. such as FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS.
Able to work onsite in Northampton, MA.
Earned Value Management experience