Directed Energy Program Manager - Systems & Deployment

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies is seeking a visionary Program Manager for Directed Energy. You will bridge research/prototype activities with battlefield deployment, applying a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to integrate top industry technologies.

Lead cross-functional teams across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure timely program execution. The role requires a proven track record in managing high-technology programs from development to deployment, familiarity with

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive program management experience with a related degree.
• Experience in aerospace/defense program management and large budgets.
• Familiarity with DoD contracting and proposal development.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure program execution from development to deployment.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance; implement EVM as needed.
• Serve as primary interface with government customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Directed Energy

Defense contracting

Team leadership

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EVMS

Job description

Mission Technologies is seeking a visionary Program Manager for Directed Energy. You will bridge research/prototype activities with battlefield deployment, applying a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to integrate top industry technologies.

Lead cross-functional teams across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure timely program execution. The role requires a proven track record in managing high-technology programs from development to deployment, familiarity with