Senior Program Management Lead — Defense & PMO

Fairbanks Morse, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking a Manager, Program Management in Cincinnati to lead the PMO and oversee multiple defense programs, including development, modification, integration, and upgrading projects. The role focuses on program leadership, governance, and team management to ensure consistent execution and delivery.

The position entails serving as a key customer contact for program execution and risk discussions, and supporting the Director of Program Management in capturing and executing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA, MS) preferred.
• 5+ years' experience leading program managers or cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing program budgets, forecasts, margins, and revenue recognition.
• Navy shipbuilding or defense/shipyard experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Program Management Office and PMO team to ensure PM processes and best practices.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics across the portfolio.
• Ensure on-time delivery of all program deliverables and risk discussions with customers.
• Develop, coordinate, and pace proposals including SOWs and budgets.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Skills

Leadership

Cross‑functional

Communication

PMO governance

Risk management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or related

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Control Account Management (CAM)

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Defense is seeking a Manager, Program Management in Cincinnati to lead the PMO and oversee multiple defense programs, including development, modification, integration, and upgrading projects. The role focuses on program leadership, governance, and team management to ensure consistent execution and delivery.

The position entails serving as a key customer contact for program execution and risk discussions, and supporting the Director of Program Management in capturing and executing