Senior Defense Program Manager - DoD Programs Lead

ROUSH; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Roush is seeking a Senior Defense Program Manager to lead large, complex defense programs within the Defense Engineering Department. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance, interface with customers and subcontractors, and drive successful technical deliverables. A strong background in DoD program management and securing clearances is required.

The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing IMS, and supporting business development. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field is required.
• 6+ years of program management experience and/or leading cross functional teams.
• Experience in government/defense program management with DoD is required.
• U.S. Citizen; ability to obtain Secret level security clearance.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to guide staffing requirements.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Project; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management from RFP to program closeout.
• Manage schedule and ensure deliverables and dates are met; mitigate risks.
• Oversee performance to meet SOW requirements.
• Oversee manpower planning, resource assignment, and program metrics in IMS/Risk Register.
• Lead program reviews and design reviews with stakeholders.
• Support business development and forecasting needs.
• Foster a positive team environment and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field

Master’s degree in engineering or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Roush is seeking a Senior Defense Program Manager to lead large, complex defense programs within the Defense Engineering Department. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance, interface with customers and subcontractors, and drive successful technical deliverables. A strong background in DoD program management and securing clearances is required.

The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing IMS, and supporting business development. U.S.