Senior Program Manager

Staffing Resource Group, Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Resource Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Program Manager in Tampa, FL to lead and manage complex defense programs from inception through completion.

You will oversee execution, customer communication, schedule, budget, risk, and cross-functional coordination with engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in defense program management, experience with product-based government contracts, and strong leadership to drive results with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of program management experience in defense.
• Experience leading large, product-based government programs.
• Knowledge of ITAR, DFARS, FAR; ability to manage scope, schedule, budget and risk.
• Strong communication with customers, partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex defense programs.
• Develop strategies, milestones, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure execution aligns with customer requirements and contracts.
• Serve as primary contact for communications with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Manage expectations, scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and performance.
• Create detailed project plans and reporting tools; monitor progress and act on deviations.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial performance; identify cost-savings.
• Identify and mitigate risks; ensure regulatory and contract compliance.
• Provide regular status reports to senior management and customers.
• Maintain project documentation; present to government officials and leadership.
• Support ERP implementation activities as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Visio

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Program ManagerLocation: Tampa, FLIndustry: Defense / Aerospace / Program ManagementEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Environment: On-site / Office environmentTravel: Up to 25% to support manufacturing sites, suppliers, customers, and other locationsRequirements: U.S. Person status, background investigation, and drug screen requiredPosition SummarySRG Government Services supports a growing aerospace and defense organization seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead and manage complex defense programs from inception through completion. This individual will be responsible for program execution, customer communication, schedule performance, budget management, risk mitigation, reporting, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in defense program management, experience managing large product-based government programs, and the ability to work closely with engineering, operations, finance, supply chain, customers, suppliers, and senior leadership.Ideal Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will be a defense program manager with experience leading large, complex, product-based government programs. This person should be comfortable managing cost, schedule, risk, customer communication, reporting, and cross-functional execution while working closely with engineering, operations, finance, supply chain, suppliers, and senior leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex defense programs.Develop and implement program strategies, objectives, milestones, schedules, and deliverables.Ensure program execution aligns with customer requirements, contract requirements, and company goals.Serve as the primary point of contact for program-related communications with customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.Manage customer expectations and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.Oversee program scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and performance.Develop detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and reporting tools.Monitor program progress and implement corrective actions as needed.Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, finance, supply chain, and related departments.Develop and manage program budgets, forecasts, expenses, and financial performance.Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or execution.Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues.Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and customer requirements.Prepare and deliver regular program status reports to senior management and customers.Maintain accurate program documentation, including contracts, reports, records, and traceable program activity.Represent the organization professionally with external customers and stakeholders.Present at internal and external meetings with government officials, leadership, and technical teams CONUS and OCONUS.Support ERP implementation activities as needed.Act with integrity, work collaboratively, meet commitments, and apply continual improvement methodologies.Support other projects as assigned by leadership.Required QualificationsBachelor s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.10+ years of program management experience within the defense industry.Experience managing large, complex programs with budgets exceeding $100M.Experience managing product-based government contracts; this is not an IT, cyber, or intelligence program management role.Strong knowledge of defense industry regulations and requirements, including ITAR, DFARS, and FAR.Experience managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, customer communication, and financial performance.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and customers.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to create project plans, milestone charts, status reports, and executive-level presentations.Proficiency with project management tools and software such as ERP systems, Visio, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.Must be authorized to work in the United States.Must be able to complete a background investigation and drug screen.Preferred QualificationsMaster s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.PMP or equivalent program/project management certification.Experience with energetics-related programs.Experience supporting manufacturing programs, defense production, aerospace systems, munitions, ordnance, or related product-based defense environments.Experience working with CONUS and OCONUS technical teams, manufacturing sites, suppliers, and government customers.EOE/ADAIND123