Program Manager, Maritime

Socket.dev; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Barber-Nichols is seeking an accomplished Program Manager to lead the Air Turbine Pump programs for Naval submarine systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure high-quality results on technically demanding projects.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in program management within manufacturing or engineering, knowledge of government contracting (DFARS/ITAR), and experience delivering complex engineered systems.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain strong relationships.
• Outstanding planning and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
• Reliable attention to detail, especially under deadline pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional program teams that focus on manufacturing complex build-to-print equipment and systems.
• Track schedule, scope, and budget for assigned programs.
• Lead customer relationships, acting as the voice of the customer inside the organization.
• Manage subcontractor relationships to ensure quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Articulate and manage programmatic risks.
• Formulate, plan, and execute recovery plans for major variances to schedule, scope, or budget.
• Support Sales with accurate program estimates to maximize program success.
• Use and improve project and program management tools.
• Identify and support interdepartmental corrective and preventative actions to drive improved performance.
• Foster a positive, constructive culture using BN’s core values.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Program Management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

PMP certification (preferred)

Job description

About Barber-Nichols:

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish enduring partnerships. From designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s portfolio spans some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world. For those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your career.

Position Summary:

Barber-Nichols is seeking an accomplished Program Manager to join the Air Turbine Pump (ATP) team and lead complex manufacturing and build-to-print programs from contract award through delivery, supporting systems for our Naval submarine programs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, precision engineering environment, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring high-quality results on technically demanding projects. The ideal candidate brings strong technical acumen, experience in manufacturing or production program management, and a proven ability to deliver excellence in highly engineered systems.

Key Results Areas:

• Lead cross-functional program teams that focus on manufacturing complex build-to-print equipment and systems.
• Track schedule, scope, and budget for assigned programs.
• Lead customer relationships, acting as the voice of the customer inside the organization and working collaboratively with customers to solve challenges.
• Manage subcontractor relationships to ensure quality, schedule, and cost objectives are met while fostering collaboration and accountability across all program partners.
• Articulate and manage programmatic risks.
• Formulate, plan, and execute recovery plans for major program variances to schedule, scope, or budget.
• Support Sales with accurate program estimates to maximize program success.
• Use and improve project and program management tools.
• Identify and support interdepartmental corrective and preventative actions to drive improved performance.
• Foster a positive, constructive culture using BN’s core values.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Program Management, or others as delegated.

Requirements

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as operations, engineering, economics, or business; alternatively, additional relevant experience.
• Preferred: Program Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or equivalent.

Experience

• 6+ years of relevant experience, such as program management, project management, or leading projects in manufacturing or engineering.
• Experience managing programs or projects in a high compliance manufacturing environment, such as defense, aerospace, medical, or similar.
• Knowledge of government contracting requirements and regulations (DFARS, ITAR, etc.).
• Experience with program management systems and tools.
• Experience managing customer relationships.
• Preferred: Experience identifying and driving improvements, such as Green or Black Belt projects.

Other

• Must be willing to work overtime as required.
• Travel up to 20% of working time.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain strong relationships.
• Outstanding planning and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.
• Reliable attention to detail, especially under deadline pressure.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Barber-Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Security clearance is required for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer

Barber-Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $130,000. This range represent the anticipated minimum and maximum base + bonus for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience related to this role), and therefore, may fall outside the range shown, depending on the circumstances.

To view our benefits provided please visit Careers | Barber-Nichols.

Barber Nichols anticipates the application window closing approximately 30 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Barber Nichols to shorten or extend the application window.