Senior Programs Manager – Defense/Navy Projects

HII

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 202,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News, Virginia, seeks a senior program leader to direct all phases of major programs, owning cost, schedule, and technical performance. You will serve as the primary customer contact and drive program reviews with leadership and stakeholders.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of progressive experience (or Master’s with 6 years) and includes complex contract negotiations, budgeting, and cross-functional leadership within a high-visibility

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience.
Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant experience.
Equivalents to Bachelor's Degree include: NNS Apprentice School graduate; Navy Nuclear Power School graduate; Associate's Degree with 2 years relevant exempt experience or 4 years non-exempt; Military Paygrade E-5 or above; High School/GED with 4 years manufacturing/shipbuilding/military experience; High School/GED with 8 years manufacturing/shipbuilding/military experience.

Responsibilities

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.
Responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems.
Negotiates contracts and contract changes; prepares proposals, budgets and specifications.
Acts as primary customer contact for program activities and leads program reviews.