Deputy Program Manager

ADP, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Defense USA seeks a Deputy Program Manager to help lead a U.S. Navy shipbuilding effort at Hanwha Philly Shipyard. You will work with the Program Manager to drive cost, schedule, and technical performance from award through delivery, serving as the customer and partner liaison in the manager's absence.

This is a hands-on leadership position on a high-visibility program, expected to shape the program's operations from day one and mentor the project team across multiple partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, or defense program management, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Direct experience on U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government shipbuilding contracts.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, subcontract management, and contract flowdowns.
• Proven experience building and managing integrated master schedules in Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including briefing senior leadership.
• U.S. citizenship required (ITAR compliance).

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in planning, executing, and controlling all program activities across design, procurement, production, test, trials, and delivery.
• Own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and manage schedule risk.
• Manage subcontract performance and flowdowns with the prime contractor.
• Coordinate with HDUSA, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Hanwha Ocean, and the baseline design partner to align engineering, material, and production plans.
• Lead program risk and opportunity management; maintain the risk register and drive mitigation actions to closure.
• Prepare and deliver program reviews, status reports, and executive briefs for leadership and the customer.
• Ensure compliance with export control (ITAR/EAR), CUI handling, Buy American Act, and other applicable federal requirements.
• Support cost control, earned value reporting, estimates at completion, and change proposal development.
• Interface with the Vessel Construction Manager as required.
• Build and mentor program team members; establish processes, tools, and lessons learned.

Skills

Program leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Risk management

Export control compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Contract management systems

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Deputy Program Manager

Philadelphia, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1238

Deputy Program Manager

Location:Philadelphia, PA (Hanwha Philly Shipyard) | [On-site]

Employment Type:Full-Time

Clearance:Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance

About the Role

Hanwha Defense USA is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to help lead the execution of a U.S. Navy shipbuilding effort for a new class of amphibious vessels built at Hanwha Philly Shipyard. The Deputy Program Manager works directly with the Program Manager to drive cost, schedule, and technical performance from contract award through delivery. This role acts for the Program Manager in their absence and serves as a primary point of contact for the customer, the prime contractor, and international design and shipbuilding partners.

This is a hands-on leadership role on a high-visibility program. You will shape how the program runs from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Program Manager in planning, executing, and controlling all program activities across design, procurement, production, test, trials, and delivery.
• Own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Track critical path performance, assess schedule risk, and lead recovery planning when milestones slip.
• Manage subcontract performance and flowdown compliance with the prime contractor. Track deliverables, CDRLs, and contractual milestones.
• Coordinate across HDUSA, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Hanwha Ocean, and the baseline design partner to align engineering, material, and production plans.
• Lead program risk and opportunity management. Maintain the risk register and drive mitigation actions to closure.
• Prepare and deliver program reviews, status reports, and executive briefs for internal leadership and the customer.
• Ensure compliance with export control (ITAR/EAR), CUI handling, Buy American Act, Cargo Preference Act, and other applicable federal requirements.
• Support cost control, earned value reporting, estimates at completion, and change proposal development.
• Interface with the Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) as required.
• Build and mentor program team members. Establish processes, tools, and lessons learned that strengthen program execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, or defense program management, including 3+ years in a program or project leadership role.
• Direct experience on U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government shipbuilding contracts.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, subcontract management, and contract flowdowns.
• Proven experience building and managing integrated master schedules in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior leadership and government customers.
• U.S. citizenship required. [This position requires access to export-controlled information subject to ITAR.]

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Program Management.
• PMP or DAU Program Management certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EIA-748).
• Experience working with international design or shipbuilding partners, including Technical Assistance Agreements.
• Familiarity with amphibious or auxiliary ship classes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hanwha Defense USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.