Senior Specialist, Program Management (On-site)

HEPCO, Inc.; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement with 401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

HEPCO Inc. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Management to lead cross-functional teams and manage full lifecycle programs for Maritime Imaging Systems.

The role involves coordinating with operations, finance, contracts, and supply chain to deliver on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will oversee proposals, risk management, and negotiations while ensuring compliance with ITAR/EAR and all contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least four years of relevant experience, graduate degree with at least two years, or eight years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional program teams to deliver projects on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
• Manage the full project lifecycle in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards.
• Support business development, including proposal management, proposal change control, and negotiations.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate program risks and evaluate opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate with functional teams to establish priorities and resolve issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR and contractual obligations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Government contracts knowledge

Earned Value concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years

Graduate degree with 2+ years

8 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Management for a direct hire opportunity with our client. This position supports the Submarine Systems Programs team within Maritime Imaging Systems, managing program costs, schedules, and technical requirements while collaborating with operations, finance, planning, contracts, and supply chain teams. Lead cross-functional program teams to deliver projects on schedule, within scope, and on budget. Manage the full project lifecycle in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards. Support business development, including proposal management, proposal change control, and negotiations. Identify, monitor, and mitigate program risks and evaluate opportunities for improvement. Coordinate with functional teams to establish priorities and resolve issues. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, export controls, including ITAR/EAR, and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least four years of relevant experience; graduate degree with at least two years of relevant experience; or at least eight years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with government contracts, including DPAS ratings and FAR/DFAR requirements.
• Familiarity with Earned Value concepts for managing program cost and schedule performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental health coverage.
• Health and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement savings plan with company 401(k) match.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave and family-building support.

Salary & Schedule

Annual Salary: $130,000–$150,000 (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Schedule: 9/80 schedule—80 hours over nine workdays in a two-week period, with every other Friday off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.