Program Manager - Defense Programs

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

Job summary

MOHR Talent in Caledonia, MS is seeking a Program Manager to lead large-scale DoD contracts, delivering programs from start to finish. In-Person, with a focus on cross-functional leadership, budget stewardship, risk mitigation, and ITAR/CMMC compliance for a growing defense portfolio.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of DoD program mgmt experience, PMP/PgMP certification, and strong MS Project skills, with Navy background considered a plus. U.S. Person status required.

Qualifications

• 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+)
• Navy program background is a big plus.
• 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 management

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP/PgMP certification

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Program Manager - Defense Programs

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

A well established and growing aerospace manufacturing 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
• Minimal travel required
• Full-time schedule, Monday through Thursday
• Opportunity to work on some of the most impactful programs in the defense industry

This is a high visibility role with a company on a serious growth trajectory. If you have DoD program management experience and are ready for your next leadership opportunity.

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.