Program Operations Manager

Insight Global (United States); Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Program Operations Specialist/Manager with 3+ years of experience to support complex programs through planning, cost and schedule management, forecasting, and execution. You will partner with technical SMEs across software and flight operations, translating discussions into clear action items and ensuring priorities stay on track.

The role is a 5-month contract and onsite/hybrid in Louisville, CO, with potential transition to other defense programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in program operations, program management, or a related function.
• Experience with cost, schedule, forecasting, and programmatic planning.
• Ability to review actual performance, identify risks or inconsistencies, and forecast future program impacts.
• Experience tracking program execution, deliverables, action items, risks, and schedule inputs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with technical SMEs and program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Review actuals and identify cost or schedule risks.
• Track program inputs and execution milestones.
• Support CAM/Control Account Management activities.
• Translate discussions into actionable next steps and maintain on-track priorities.

Skills

Program operations

Cost management

Schedule management

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Action item translation

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Program Operations Specialist/Manager with 3+ years of experience supporting complex programs through programmatic planning, cost and schedule management, forecasting, and execution. This individual will partner closely with technical and program SMEs across areas such as software and flight operations, helping teams understand current performance and forecast what is coming next. Day to day responsibilities will include reviewing actuals, identifying cost or schedule risks, tracking program inputs, supporting CAM/Control Account Management activities, and ensuring program priorities remain on track. The ideal candidate is comfortable moving between business and technical conversations, can sit in meetings and quickly translate discussions into clear action items, and has the maturity and discretion to work with sensitive program information. Aerospace or defense experience is preferred but not required.This position will initially support flight operations and related program activities, with the potential to transition to other defense programs following the initial launch. Candidates should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities may shift between software, flight operations, financials, and broader program execution.

This position is a 5-month contract with likelihood to extend or convert. The hourly rate for this role is up to $65/hr, based on experience. This position is onsite/hybrid in Louisville, CO.

Skills and Requirements

3+ years of experience in program operations, program management, program controls, project management, or a related functionExperience with cost, schedule, forecasting, and programmatic planningAbility to review actual performance, identify risks or inconsistencies, and forecast future program impactsExperience tracking program execution, deliverables, action items, risks, and schedule inputsStrong communication skills with the ability to work directly with technical SMEs and program leadershipAbility to participate in meetings, understand key takeaways, and translate discussions into actionable next stepsStrong judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive program informationExperience working in a cross-functional environment with both business and technical stakeholdersAerospace, space, or defense program experienceControl Account Manager (CAM) or similar program controls experienceExperience supporting flight operations, software, engineering, or other technical programsExperience with Jira for program, software, or work trackingFamiliarity with BitbucketExperience working with financial actuals, cost forecasts, schedules, and program riskInterest in gaining a deeper understanding of the technical aspects of the program

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].