Program Manager

Amtec Staffing; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtec Staffing in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Program Manager II to lead mid-scale space or defense programs from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery of technical, cost, and schedule commitments. This on-site role requires strong program execution discipline and proactive risk management, with coordination across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and quality.

You will act as the primary customer interface, maintain IMS and program management plans, and drive

Qualifications

• Strong technical acumen to manage engineering deliverables and integration.
• Experience with space hardware development or system integration.
• Direct EVMS experience and applying earned value for tracking performance.
• Ability to lead cross functional teams and drive execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for customers and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead day to day execution of programs ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Develop and manage IMS, budgets, and program management plans.
• Apply EVMS principles to track performance and drive corrective actions.
• Manage risks, issues, and opportunities with mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross functional teams for timely delivery of hardware and tests.
• Act as primary customer point of contact and maintain relationships.
• Prepare and present program status, reviews, and leadership updates.
• Support proposal development including scope, cost estimates, and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with processes, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement of PM processes and reporting.

Skills

EVMS experience

IMS scheduling

Cross-functional leadership

MS Project

Primavera

Space hardware

Customer liaison

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Program Manager (Space or Defense) Los Angeles, CA $140k-$160k

Summary

The Program Manager II is responsible for leading mid-scale space or defense programs from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery of technical, cost, and schedule commitments. This role requires strong program execution discipline, proactive risk management, and exceptional coordination across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and quality. The Program Manager II serves as the primary interface with customers and is accountable for maintaining alignment with contractual requirements and internal business objectives. 100% on-site work required. Occasional travel to customer sites, suppliers, or test facilities (5–15%).

Responsibilities

• Lead day to day execution of assigned programs, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated master schedules (IMS), budgets, and program management plans.
• Apply Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles to track performance, identify variances, and drive corrective actions.
• Manage risks, issues, and opportunities; develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross functional teams to ensure timely delivery of engineering work products, hardware, tests, and documentation.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring timely communication.
• Prepare and present program status reports, technical reviews, customer briefings, and internal leadership updates.
• Support proposal development including scope definition, cost estimates, schedule creation, and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with organizational processes, industry standards, and all contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement of program management processes, tools, and reporting.

Requirements

• Strong technical acumen sufficient to manage engineering deliverables, hardware builds, and system integration activities
• Experience with space hardware development or system integration
• Direct experience with EVMS and applying earned value principles to track program performance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross functional teams and drive execution in a fast paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present to customers and leadership.
• Proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent.
• Program execution discipline and EVMS proficiency