Government Services Program Manager Aerospace & Defense / Government ServicesPosition SummaryStephen Gould is seeking a Government Services Program Manager to lead and support regulatory compliance, cybersecurity governance, government contracting activities, and cross-functional operational initiatives within a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment.
This role serves as a key internal advisor to both Gould Southern and the broader Stephen Gould organization by evaluating business opportunities involving government or defense-related work and determining whether specialized regulatory oversight is required.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ITAR, FAR/DFARS, export controls, CMMC, and cybersecurity compliance frameworks, along with the ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly across technical and non-technical teams.
Key ResponsibilitiesRegulatory Compliance & Government Contracting[PM1] [JD2]- Evaluate incoming business opportunities to determine applicability of ITAR, FAR/DFARS, export controls, CMMC, and other government contracting requirements
- Support bid/no-bid decisions related to compliance obligations and organizational capability.
- Review solicitations, RFQs, and contractual flow downs for regulatory and compliance implications.
- Serve as an internal advisor to Stephen Gould agents and leadership regarding regulatory applicability and compliance obligations
- Prepare, submit, and manage regulatory applications including permits, licenses, registrations, certifications, and authorizations
- Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies and maintain ongoing agency relationships
- Review contracts and identify compliance obligations associated with government-related work
- Support regulatory audits, assessments, and compliance inquiries
- Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and communicate impacts to the business
Cybersecurity & Compliance Program Management[PM3] [JD4]- Manage ITAR compliance programs, export control initiatives, cybersecurity governance, and data privacy requirements
- Maintain and update the IT Privacy and Security Program Strategy and Gould Southern's System Security Plan (SSP)
- Support CMMC implementation activities, including risk assessments, remediation planning, and compliance tracking
- Evaluate and improve processes related to incident response, unauthorized access reporting, and sensitive information protection
- Coordinate cybersecurity compliance initiatives with internal teams and external IT stakeholders; this role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and compliance oversight rather than hands-on systems administration
- Partner with IT, legal, and governance teams to maintain cybersecurity and compliance standards
- Develop and deliver compliance and cybersecurity training programs, including phishing awareness and export control education
- Conduct risk assessments and oversee mitigation activities related to cybersecurity and regulatory compliance
Program & Operational Support- Support operational and program execution activities as needed across client, supplier, manufacturing, and internal teams
- Assist in coordinating delivery timelines, compliance requirements, quality standards, and process improvement initiatives
- Identify and escalate risks impacting compliance, schedule, scope, or operational performance
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives across workflows and operational processes
- Support adherence to ISO, AS9100, and internal quality standards
Required Qualifications[PM5] [JD6]- Bachelor's degree in Business, Compliance, Government Contracting, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience in government contract compliance, regulatory affairs, program management, or related defense industry environment
- Strong working knowledge of ITAR, FAR/DFARS, export controls, and government contracting regulations
- Experience supporting or implementing CMMC Level 1 and/or Level 2 requirements
- Experience developing or managing compliance programs, policies, and internal controls
- Experience interacting directly with regulatory agencies, including filings, registrations, audits, or compliance inquiries
- Experience maintaining or supporting System Security Plans (SSPs) and cybersecurity governance documentation
- Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 security requirements and related compliance assessment methodologies
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain regulatory requirements to non-compliance stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
Preferred Qualifications- Experience evaluating regulatory applicability for new business opportunities or contract types
- Familiarity with GSA contracting and government procurement processes
- Experience designing and delivering compliance or cybersecurity training programs
- Knowledge of ISO and AS9100 quality systems
- Background in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, supply chain, kitting, or industrial distribution
- Experience supporting incident response and remediation processes
- Understanding of data privacy and information security frameworks
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Key Competencies- Regulatory and compliance judgment
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Cybersecurity awareness
- Program and project coordination
- Written and verbal communication
- Process improvement mindset
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Why Join Gould Southern- Opportunity to play a strategic role in supporting high-profile aerospace and defense programs
- Meaningful influence in determining regulatory and operational pathways for new business opportunities
- Diverse and evolving work environment with exposure to compliance, cybersecurity, operations, and government contracting
- Collaborative culture with cross-functional engagement across compliance, IT, legal, operations, and leadership teams
- Growth-oriented organization operating within a rapidly expanding defense and aerospace market
THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY SATES OR IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE(S) INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY JOB-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES REQUESTED BY ANY PERSON AUTHORIZED TO GIVE INSTRUCTIONS OR ASSIGNMENTS.
