Program Manager - Military & Defense

Source Code

$125K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in program management or similar role.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of Government Contracting and Military Applications.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex information.
  • Strong ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Budget management skills and experience ensuring financial efficiency.
  • Proactive approach to identifying and managing risks and issues.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive program plans with specific goals and timelines.
  • Complete all project-related deliverables and documentation.
  • Coordinate customer meetings as per program needs.
  • Manage program budgets to ensure resources are used effectively.
  • Monitor project progress across multiple initiatives.
  • Resolve issues throughout the program lifecycle with guidance and support.
  • Foster relationships with customers and communicate program objectives clearly.

Benefits

  • Challenging and fast-paced work environment.
  • Exposure to a variety of design technologies.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical solutions for military and defense sectors.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

As part of the Military & Defense Sales Team, the Program Manager will oversee all Military & Defense projects to ensure overall success, customer satisfaction, risk management, and alignment to overall corporate strategy.

Key Responsibilities - as the Program Manager, you are responsible for the following:
  • Develop comprehensive program plans, including setting goals, outlining scope, determining timelines, defining resources, and establishing program governance and controls.
  • Complete all deliverables including CDRLS, reports, meeting minutes, and project status.
  • Coordinate customer meetings and visits as defined by program requirements.
  • Create, manage, and report on program budgets, ensuring efficient use of funds and resources.
  • Monitor progress across multiple projects, ensuring they stay on track and align with the program's objectives.
  • Resolve issues that arise during the program lifecycle, providing direction and support.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, including leadership, partners, and external parties, and communicate program objectives, goals, and progress to them.
  • Define and align program goals with the organization's overarching strategic objectives and priorities.
  • Member of proposal team for new program efforts.
  • Maintain product roadmap, guiding program alignment to product strategy.

Position Requirements
  • 3 to 5 years related experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience
  • Understanding of Government Contracting or Military Applications.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
  • Skills in managing budgets and ensuring financial efficiency.
  • Ability to proactively identify, assess, and manage risks and issues.
  • Highly motivated & driven to deliver results that meet & exceed goals
  • Outstanding verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and project management


Please note that this position will be dedicated to working with customers operating under U.S. export control rules (including ITAR). As a result, this position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls, including restrictions on who may have access. The Company may choose not to apply, or may be unable to apply, for a license as to any applicants whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization. Accordingly, you will be required to provide information regarding your citizenship and immigration status that is relevant for determining whether you could work in the position without a license authorizing your access, and we may decline to proceed with any applicant whose ability to fill the position would depend on such a license.

Pay Range: $125,000 - $150,000 per year

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