Program Manager — C-UAS Hardware & Systems Delivery

Slater Consult; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MyDefence seeks a structured, technically minded Program Manager to lead customer programs involving hardware development, systems integration, manufacturing transition, and delivery. The role offers ownership within MyDefence North America and a chance to shape PM processes as the business grows.

You will own programs from handover through execution, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and logistics to meet technical, budget, and schedule targets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program management experience in aerospace/defense hardware.
• Experience managing hardware–software programs and manufacturing transitions.
• Familiarity with WBS, Earned Value Management (EVM), and ERP/MRP systems.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead C-UAS hardware/software programs, including development, integration, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, WBS, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor costs, timelines, and performance using EVM principles.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, QA, and logistics.
• Serve as primary contact for DoW, DHS, and commercial customers during execution.
• Identify and manage program risks; ensure compliance with contractual requirements and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of PM processes, tools, and reporting.

Skills

Program management

C-UAS

HW/SW integration

Budget management

Scheduling

EVM

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

WBS

Job description

MyDefence seeks a structured, technically minded Program Manager to lead customer programs involving hardware development, systems integration, manufacturing transition, and delivery. The role offers ownership within MyDefence North America and a chance to shape PM processes as the business grows.

You will own programs from handover through execution, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and logistics to meet technical, budget, and schedule targets.