DoD Technical Program Lead — Electro-Optic Systems

GPD Optoelectronics Corp.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. in Salem, NH is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead DoD electro-optic programs, overseeing full lifecycle from planning to execution while ensuring security and cost controls.

The role requires active U.S. security clearance, strong cross-functional leadership, and proven ability to manage multi-million dollar projects in regulated environments; the candidate will report to the CEO in a on-site office setting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in technical program or project management, with at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-million-dollar technology programs in classified or secure environments.
• Active U.S. government security clearance.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS.
• Proficiency in program management tools (Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Primavera).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel ~20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage DoD technical programs for customers, including planning, execution, risk management, scheduling, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders, COs, and CORs.
• Oversee cross-functional teams of engineers, analysts, and subcontractors to deliver capabilities in areas such as mission critical electrooptic subsystems.
• Ensure compliance with DoD standards and maintain program plans, including work breakdown structures, integrated master schedules, and earned value management reporting.
• Identify, track, and mitigate technical, schedule, and cost risks; proactively resolve issues to maintain momentum.
• Prepare and deliver program reviews, status reports, and technical briefings to senior DoD leadership.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, technical volumes, and capture efforts for new DoD opportunities.
• Manage program financials, staffing, resource allocation, and subcontractor performance.

Skills

DoD program management

Security clearance

DoD acquisition processes

FAR/DFARS

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Project

Primavera

CMMC data handling

Contract types (FFP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Confluence

Primavera

Job description

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. in Salem, NH is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead DoD electro-optic programs, overseeing full lifecycle from planning to execution while ensuring security and cost controls.

The role requires active U.S. security clearance, strong cross-functional leadership, and proven ability to manage multi-million dollar projects in regulated environments; the candidate will report to the CEO in a on-site office setting.