Specialist, Program Management

Fisica, Inc.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Fisica Space Vector seeks a Senior Specialist Program Manager in Simi Valley to lead aerospace and defense programs, driving strategic planning and execution across development, qualification, and customer engagement.

You will build customer relationships, qualify multi‑million pipelines, and support major capture and proposal efforts, ensuring milestones, schedules, and budgets are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Business Administration, or a related technical/business discipline is required.
• MBA or advanced technical degree is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.
• Manages cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs.
• Acts as primary customer contact and leads program review sessions.
• Coordinates proposals, budgets, and SOWs; supports or leads major capture efforts.

Skills

Program management

Strategic planning

Proposal support

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Physics/Business Administration

MBA or advanced technical degree desirable

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Program Management

Job Location: Simi Valley, CA (100% onsite)

Business Unit: Space Vector

Security Clearance: Active Secret or ability to obtain (Preferred)

Schedule:9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.

About Fisica Inc.

Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground‑based antennas, as well as cutting‑edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica plays a vital role as a trusted partner to leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Our company operates as - ATI, Randtron, Datron and Space Vector—each bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector. Led by a seasoned management team, Fisica is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and mission‑critical solutions that enhance national security.

At Fisica, we foster a strong, collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and an exceptional place to build a career.

Position Overview

Fisica Space Vector is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and strategically minded Senior Specialist Program Manager to lead programs within our product development portfolio. As a key member of the Space Vector program management team, you will drive the strategic capture of new business within the Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors through execution excellence and early product development deliveries.

In this role, you will transition seamlessly between supporting high‑level strategic planning and hands‑on execution. You will be primarily responsible for the successful execution of products in the development and qualification phase of the product life cycle. Additionally, you will be responsible for building customer relationships, identifying and qualifying multi‑million dollar pipelines, and leading, supporting or collaborating in support of major capture and proposal efforts to align with national security and Allied requirements.

Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Drives program execution in order to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs. Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

Overall Summary

Experienced professional with proficient knowledge of job area and practical knowledge of project management. May manage projects or processes with general supervision. Communicates with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures. Recommends enhancements to systems and processes. Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results.

Nature of Supervision

Works under general supervision. May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area. May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. May manage projects at this level with responsibility for the delegation of work and the review of others' work product.

Communication & Influence

Communicates with contacts within and outside of own department and may occasionally have responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.). Explains and interprets processes and procedures to others within and outside the job area. May work to justify and gain cooperation regarding processes, practices and procedures.

Innovation & Complexity

Work consists of making moderate enhancements or improvements to systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of job area. Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are general, and may require understanding of broader set of issues but typically are not complex. Problems may require understanding of other job areas. Problems are typically solved drawing from prior experiences, with analysis of the issues.

Organization Impact

Works to achieve operational targets with moderate impact on departmental results. Contributes to the completion of specific programs and projects. Exerts some influence on the overall objectives of the project.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Business Administration, or a related technical/business discipline is required. An MBA or advanced technical degree is highly desirable.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 4+ years of progressive experience in program management within the Aerospace and Defense sector. Minimum of 2+ years prior experience with graduate degree. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
  • Proven track record of successfully executing $5M+ programs with DoD and aerospace prime contractors.
  • Must have the ability to travel up to 10%.

Security & Compliance Requirements

• The ability to obtain and maintain a future Security Clearance is required for the role. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship. Required due to the nature of our government contracts and handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ITAR-controlled technical data (no exceptions).
• Due to specific US Government contract requirements, dual citizenship may not be accepted. This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance.
• Clearance: Active Secret clearance is highly preferred; eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret (or higher) security clearance is required.

Why Join Fisica, Inc.

• Competitive salary and benefits package!
• Generous paid time off.
• 401k with 6% match and vesting is immediate.
• Strong work‑life balance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role $90,500 - $168,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Fisica Inc also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, and schedule type.

EEO Statement

Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Fisica maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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