Strategic Defense Programs Manager

Trinzic; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverages

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

The Program Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of defense programs supporting the development, integration, production, testing, and fielding of advanced weapon systems and related technologies.

This role is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned programs, including technical performance, financial execution, customer engagement, risk management, subcontractor oversight, and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Aerospace or related field.
• 8+ years in defense/aerospace or complex technical programs.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across development, integration, production, test and deployment.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, technical performance and risk.
• Familiarity with government contracting requirements and defense acquisition processes.
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills; able to present to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient with MS Office and program management tools; DoD clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of program execution to meet cost, schedule, technical, and quality goals.
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, budgets, staffing, and execution strategies.
• Manage cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, logistics, quality, and business support.
• Serve as primary customer interface for execution, reporting, issue resolution and strategic engagement.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions for technical, schedule, cost, or resource challenges.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle.
• Support proposals, capture activities, and transition from award to execution.
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier performance; coordinate system development, testing, production, and sustainment.
• Ensure compliance with requirements, contractual obligations, and regulations.
• Prepare and deliver executive briefings and program status reports.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and mission success; support growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Team coordination

Multi-priority management

Microsoft Office

Program management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management/Systems

Tools

EVMS

IMS

Program management tools

Job description

The Program Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of defense programs supporting the development, integration, production, testing, and fielding of advanced weapon systems and related technologies.

This role is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned programs, including technical performance, financial execution, customer engagement, risk management, subcontractor oversight, and strategic planning.