Senior Program Manager, Naval Power Systems

Leonardo DRS; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Program Manager in Danbury, CT to lead daily contract execution and ensure cost, schedule, and performance targets are met. You will drive IPT activities, coordinate with customers and internal teams, and guide bids and proposals to support growth and program success.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in program management, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with EVMS, risk management, and cross-functional coordination across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years project or program management experience.
• Knowledge of program management tools, processes, and full program lifecycle execution.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and customer interface skills.
• Experience with risk management, scheduling, budgeting, and manpower planning.
• Familiarity with earned value management, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Cross-functional knowledge of engineering, finance, contracting, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain.
• Experience managing aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day contract execution to ensure cost, schedule, and performance objectives are achieved.
• Lead IPT activities and program meetings from kickoff through closeout.
• Serve as primary customer interface and coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve program and contractual issues.
• Lead or support bid and proposal efforts and identify new business opportunities in partnership with Business Development.
• Develop and manage program plans, schedules, budgets, and resources; provide regular status updates to senior management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; implement corrective actions and escalate issues as needed.
• Support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Perform cost, schedule, and variance analysis, including earned value management reporting.
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, communication, and successful program execution.
• Drive continuous improvement, planning effectiveness, and timely program closeout, including documentation and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer interface

Risk management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Finance/Business

Job description

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Senior Program Manager in Danbury, CT to lead daily contract execution and ensure cost, schedule, and performance targets are met. You will drive IPT activities, coordinate with customers and internal teams, and guide bids and proposals to support growth and program success.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in program management, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with EVMS, risk management, and cross-functional coordination across