Program Manager

Moog; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Moog in Orlando, FL seeks a strategic Program Manager to lead defense programs from inception through delivery. You will drive execution, manage budgets, and coordinate cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to meet strict requirements.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in program management within defense/aerospace, proficiency with Stage-Gate and EVMS, PMP or DAU certs, and the ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline.
• 5 years of program management experience in defense, aerospace, or federal contracting preferred.
• Proficiency with Stage-Gate processes and Systems Engineering lifecycles; defense PM tools (MS Project) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of defense programs; ensure adherence to tech specs, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Implement EVMS to track, forecast, and control program costs and margins.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and manage contract changes/modifications.
• Maintain ITAR and EAR compliance for all program data and hardware.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical, supply chain, and schedule risks.
• Lead or support proposal development, including Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership to manage cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Negotiate and communicate effectively with high-ranking military and executive stakeholders.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical discipline

Tools

Stage-Gate

Systems Engineering lifecycles

EVMS (Earned Value Management)

MS Project

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title : Program Manager

Reporting To: Manager, Sr. Program

Work Schedule: Onsite - Orlando, FL

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Program Manager to lead complex, multi-million-dollar defense programs from inception through delivery. In this role, you will be responsible for driving execution, managing contract compliance, and leading cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical or operational familiarity with defense systems and a proven track record of managing programs within rigorous government cost, schedule, and quality constraints.

To be considered for the Program Manager role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline
• 5 years of program management experience (Experience within the defense, aerospace, or federal contracting industry preferred).
• Methodologies: Strong proficiency in Stage-Gate processes, Systems Engineering lifecycles, or defense-standard project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Level II/III in Program Management is highly desirable.
• Must have the ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance

As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Program Execution: Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of defense programs, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Financial Management: Implement Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) to track, forecast, and control program costs, variances, and margins.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to government regulations, including FAR/DFARS, and manage formal contract changes or modifications.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) for all program data and hardware.
• Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical, supply chain, and schedule risks.
• Proposal Support: Lead or support the development of proposals for new business, including writing technical volumes and defining Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Exceptional leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations) without direct authority.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills tailored for high-ranking military and executive stakeholders.

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities , matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (\"EAP\") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency:

Orlando, FL $95,000.00-$130,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

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