Defense Programs Lead - DoD Delivery & Field Ops

Lever, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health coverage

4% 401k match

PTO and Sick Leave

Job summary

Aventra Defense Systems, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to support the executive team in the development, production, and delivery of high-altitude systems, payloads, unmanned platforms, and services for the DoD and allied partners.

The role requires versatility across engineering support, software, government engagement, and hands-on troubleshooting. Based in Herndon, VA, you will coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, contracts, and government stakeholders, manage timelines,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Management or related technical field.
• 6–8+ years of defense contracting, program management, or government customer support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail required for government work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for government reporting and briefings.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support executive team in strategic planning and execution across program management of multiple product lines and customers.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities between engineering, manufacturing, contracts, and program delivery teams.
• Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and milestone tracking in accordance with DoD acquisition processes.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and government stakeholders.
• Support contract compliance and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on design reviews, testing protocols, and performance optimization.

Skills

Project management

Defense contracting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Travel ready

Security clearance

Education

Engineering degree

Computer Science

Business Management

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Aventra Defense Systems, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to support the executive team in the development, production, and delivery of high-altitude systems, payloads, unmanned platforms, and services for the DoD and allied partners.

The role requires versatility across engineering support, software, government engagement, and hands-on troubleshooting. Based in Herndon, VA, you will coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, contracts, and government stakeholders, manage timelines,