Senior DoD Program Manager | Aerospace & Defense

Platform Aerospace

Hollywood (MD)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Maryland is seeking a Program Manager III to lead all phases of defense programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance meet customer expectations. You will serve as the primary customer interface and drive milestone reviews with cross-functional teams.

The role requires deep program-management expertise, DoD experience, and the ability to manage budgets and risks across complex projects.

Qualifications

12+ years of program or project management experience.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and 8+ years of demonstrated program management experience; or
Associate degree and 10+ years of relevant program management experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting DoD, U.S. Government, or military programs.
Knowledge of the aerospace and defense industry.
Strong familiarity with project management software, methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Proven ability to successfully manage projects within established scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple programs simultaneously.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
Experience in project planning, execution, and performance management.
Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and cost controls.
Experience in risk management and problem-solving.
Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
Technical understanding of defense manufacturing and development programs.
Proven ability to solve complex problems creatively and effectively.
Excellent customer-facing communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

Direct all phases of assigned programs from inception through completion, ensuring achievement of business and financial objectives.
Ensure all contracted programs meet internal and customer expectations for quality, budget, delivery schedules, and overall strategy.
Develop contingency plans with key stakeholders and implement revised schedules, scope, or budget adjustments as necessary.
Manage program resources to successfully meet requirements and objectives within the approved Statement of Work (SOW).
Minimize program costs and risks while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Develop and maintain program plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and deliverables.
Identify, assess, and manage program risks, issues, and opportunities.
Provide regular program status updates and briefings to senior leadership.
Ensure compliance with all applicable DoD, FAR, contractual, and company requirements.
Track and analyze program performance against short-term and long-term objectives.
Develop and manage program budgets, adjusting constraints and resources as necessary based on financial analysis.
Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance.
Maintain strong customer relationships and serve as the primary customer interface throughout program execution.
Lead program reviews, milestone reviews, and customer meetings.