Program Manager - Defense Programs

Mohr Talent; Caledonia (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership role

Mon-Thu schedule

Minimal travel

Impactful defense projects

Job summary

MOHR Talent in Caledonia, Mississippi is seeking a Program Manager to lead large DoD programs from initiation to completion. The role involves direct engagement with senior military leaders, government partners, and industry allies to ensure successful execution and compliance.

You will own budgets, manage cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma while navigating ITAR and CMMC requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PMP or PgMP certification required.
• 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager in a DoD environment managing large scale projects ($100M+)
• Industry-side program management experience strongly preferred over USG-side
• Navy program background is a big plus.
• Advanced MS Office skills, including MS Project.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined under 22 U.S.C. 6010.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage execution of large, complex DoD programs from start to finish
• Serve as a key point of contact for senior military leaders, government representatives, and industry partners
• Lead cross-functional project teams and keep everyone aligned on tasks and deliverables
• Own program budgets, monitor costs, and ensure efficient use of resources
• Identify risks early and build mitigation plans to keep programs on track
• Manage scope, schedule, and resource changes with proper documentation and approvals
• Support compliance with ITAR and CMMC requirements
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma principles

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Risk mitigation

Budget management

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

PMP or PgMP certification

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Program Manager - Defense Programs

Caledonia, Mississippi Direct Hire $120000 /

Caledonia, MS | In-Person | $120K - $140K /yr | Full-Time

Job Description

A well established and growing aerospacemanufacturing company with deep roots in the industry is hiring a Program Manager to help lead the execution of large scale defense contracts. This is a chance to join a team that cares about their people and is scaling toward major growth in the coming years.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, schedule, and manage execution of large, complex DoD programs from start to finish
• Serve as a key point of contact for senior military leaders, government representatives, and industry partners
• Lead cross-functional project teams and keep everyone aligned on tasks and deliverables
• Own program budgets, monitor costs, and ensure efficient use of resources
• Identify risks early and build mitigation plans to keep programs on track
• Manage scope, schedule, and resource changes with proper documentation and approvals
• Support compliance with ITAR and CMMC requirements
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma principles

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification required
• 10+ years of experience as a Program Manager in a DoD environment managing large scale projects ($100M+)
• Industry-side program management experience strongly preferred over USG-side
• Navy program background is a big plus
• Advanced MS Office skills, including MS Project
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined under 22 U.S.C. 6010

What's In It For You:

• Competitive salary with growth potential
• A leadership-level seat contributing directly to company strategy
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Thursday
• Minimal travel required
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Thursday
• Opportunity to work on some of the most impactful programs in the defense industry

Job Summary

Published: 8/23/2026

Type: Direct Hire

Location: Caledonia, Mississippi

Category: Operations Management

At MOHR Talent, your progress is our passion. We are a national, minority-owned firm committed to empowering diverse talent. Our team provides personalized, growth-driven solutions whether you are looking for a new career move or eager to drive your enterprise further.

MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status.