Program Manager

McLaughlin Research Corp.; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaughlin Research Corporation in Middletown, RI seeks a senior Program Manager to lead the execution of defense contracts, serving as the primary liaison between contractor teams and government stakeholders. You will drive technical, financial, and administrative performance across multiple projects to align with Navy and MRC objectives.

Required qualifications include 9–11 years in DoD program management, MBA, and active or obtainable DoD Secret/TS clearance, with expertise in EVM, PM

Qualifications

• Experience: 9–11 years of program/project management in a DoD contracting environment; Navy experience preferred.
• MBA degree from an accredited university in a technical or managerial discipline.
• Security Clearance: active or ability to obtain DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Core competencies: project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk) and DoD/Navy contracting.
• Certifications: PMP or DAWIA Level III; knowledge of PPBE/POM, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, SQL.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison between contractor teams and government/industry stakeholders.
• Direct and manage multi-year programs to meet contract requirements and performance metrics.
• Oversee budgets, costs, and resource allocation across cross-functional teams and subcontractors.
• Identify program risks and implement mitigation strategies; ensure compliance with RMF and PMP.
• Supervise and mentor staff; support business development and capture of new opportunities.

Skills

Program management

DoD contracting experience

Stakeholder interface

Earned Value Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

SQL

Job description

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Job Title

Program Manager

Location

Middletown, RI 02842 US (Primary)

Job Type / Status

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Clearance Level Required

Secret

Job Description

We are seeking a high-visibility, senior-level Program Manager to lead the comprehensive execution of our mission-critical defense contracts. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the primary liaison between our contractor teams and government / industry stakeholders. You will drive the technical, financial, and administrative performance across multiple projects, ensuring total alignment with overarching Navy and MRC objectives to deliver vital national security capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Interface: Act as the primary point of contact for government / industry customers and stakeholders to manage relationships and communicate program status, risks, and performance.
• Program Planning & Execution: Direct and manage complex, multi-year program initiatives to ensure strict adherence to contract requirements, performance metrics, and technical specifications.
• Financial & Resource Management: Oversee program budgets, control costs, manage financial projections (EAC/ETC), and allocate resources across cross-functional teams and subcontractors.
• Risk & Quality Management: Proactively identify program risks, execute mitigation strategies, and ensure all deliverables comply with corporate and government policies (including RMF and PMP standards).Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and inspire assigned technical and administrative staff, including subordinate project managers, to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Business Development: Identify new business opportunities, engage with clients to understand emerging requirements, and serve as a capture manager for proposal development.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 9–11 years of proven program/project management experience within a Department of Defense (DoD) contracting environment (direct experience supporting the U.S. Navy is highly preferred).Education: MBA degree from an accredited university in a technical or managerial discipline.
• Security Clearance: Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Core Competencies: Expert-level mastery of project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, and risk) alongside a deep understanding of DoD/Navy acquisition and contracting processes. Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Domain Expertise: Practical experience navigating naval environments, ship systems, or fleet operations.
• Certifications (Highly Desired): Project Management Professional (PMP®) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III certification in Program Management. Understanding of Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and SQL. PPBE/POM Development