Senior Defense Software Program Lead (Flexible Hours)

SciTec; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 182,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match

Company-paid health insurance options

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Bonus potential

Job summary

SciTec, a dynamic defense contractor, seeks a Senior Program Manager in New Jersey to lead and oversee complex software systems for government contracts. You will ensure end-to-end lifecycle execution, from design to validation, on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in software program management, experience with large-scale defense programs, and excellent communication skills. Travel up to 25% and DoD clearance readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred with a STEM or Business focus.
• 15+ years of professional experience in software development project management.
• Experience managing large, complex software or systems integration programs.
• Experience with resource planning and staffing across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for business purposes as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of design, development, integration and test activities across the program lifecycle.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risk.
• Drive change management activities, including analysis of impacts to scope, schedule, and cost.
• Support technical leadership in requirements management, roadmap alignment, and execution planning.
• Communicate customer information, including status updates and evolving requirements, to staff and leadership.
• Prepare and deliver program status reports with actionable insights for leadership and customers.
• Manage stakeholder relationships including government customers, subcontractors, and internal leadership.
• Manage subcontractors and external partners.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and execution quality.
• Manage overall program financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
• Support program reviews, demonstrations, and external engagements.
• Support multiple customer stakeholders simultaneously.

Skills

Program management experience

Travel readiness

DoD clearance potential

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving in technical env

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or business

Job description

SciTec, a dynamic defense contractor, seeks a Senior Program Manager in New Jersey to lead and oversee complex software systems for government contracts. You will ensure end-to-end lifecycle execution, from design to validation, on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in software program management, experience with large-scale defense programs, and excellent communication skills. Travel up to 25% and DoD clearance readiness are required.