Program Manager - 30170

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 157,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives across Naval Aviation and Naval Surface Warfare customers. You will shape strategy, build partnerships, and deliver programs that support long-term growth, while overseeing Pax River, Crane, and Panama City facilities.

The role requires 8+ years of progressive experience with a related degree, strong leadership, and the ability to operate in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 6 years with a Master's; or 12 years with a HS diploma or equivalent.
• Proven track record leading large, complex, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Experience with multiple contract types such as DTIC, AAS Defense, SeaPort, and OTAs.
• Knowledge of Electro-Optics, aircraft and maritime platform integration, fiber optic systems, manufacturing, or machining.
• Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Executive-level briefing and presentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program planning, execution, and delivery across multiple workstreams in technical domains.
• Define program scope, success metrics, timelines, and resource plans.
• Drive cross-functional alignment among engineering, product, operations, finance, and executives.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure outcomes meet quality, cost, and performance.
• Establish governance, reporting, and communication cadences for transparency.
• Engage with customers to understand mission needs and capability gaps.
• Collaborate with product and strategy teams to translate market insights into programs.
• Support revenue growth through pipeline development and deal execution.
• Synthesize complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Influence senior leaders with data-driven insights and strategic storytelling.
• Oversee personnel and facilities across Pax River, Crane, and Panama City.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

PMP certification

PgMP certification

Job description

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Location: Patuxent River, MD, Maryland, United States

Requisition Number:30170

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$157,397.00-$225,000.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII - Mission Technologies

HII's Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams:

• Know & Grow Your People - Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
• Build Relationships - Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
• Take Ownership - Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
• Customer First - Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
• Shape the Future - Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
• Act with Urgency - Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission

Job Description

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that drive strategic growth across key Naval Aviation and Naval Surface Warfare customers. This role blends program leadership, stakeholder alignment, and market-facing business development responsibilities.

The Senior Program Manager will shape program strategy, build high-value partnerships, and ensure the successful delivery of initiatives that support long-term business objectives.

This position will reside at NAS Patuxent River (Pax River) and will oversee HII facilities and personnel located at Pax River, NSWC Crane, and NSWC Panama City.

• Lead end-to-end program planning, execution, and delivery across multiple workstreams in technical domains including Electro-Optics, aircraft platform integration, maritime platform integration, fiber optics design/manufacturing/integration, mechanical fabrication, and machining.
• Define program scope, success metrics, timelines, and resource plans.
• Drive cross-functional alignment among engineering, product, operations, finance, and executive stakeholders.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure program outcomes meet quality, cost, and performance expectations
• Establish governance frameworks, reporting mechanisms, and communication cadences to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Engage directly with customer sets including NAVAIR, NSWC Crane, and NSWC Panama City to understand mission needs, technical requirements, and capability gaps.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, customers, and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product and strategy teams to translate market insights and technical trends into actionable program initiatives.
• Support revenue growth through pipeline development, opportunity qualification, and deal execution.
• Facilitate decision-making by synthesizing complex technical, financial, and operational information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Influence senior leaders using data-driven insights, market intelligence, and strategic storytelling.
• Provide oversight and leadership for HII personnel and facilities at Pax River, Crane, and Panama City, ensuring operational excellence and unified execution across diverse technical programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; 6 years with a Master's degree; or 12 years of relevant progressive experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven track record leading large, complex, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Experience managing and proposing across multiple contract types such as DTIC, AAS Defense, SeaPort, and OTAs.
• Familiarity with technical domains such as Electro-Optics, aircraft and maritime platform integration, fiber optic systems, mechanical fabrication, or machining.
• Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, including executive-level briefing and presentation experience.
• Experience operating in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Clearance: Active SECRET level security clearance required.

Preferred Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• PMP, PgMP, or comparable certification (preferred but not required).
• Demonstrated success in business development activities, including partnership development, deal negotiation, and market expansion.

Physical Requirements

• Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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