Program Manager

Nammo AS

$110K — $130K *
Perry, FL 32348In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
  • 8-12 years of progressive program/project management in aerospace/defense, with 5+ years in complex hardware systems.
  • Direct experience managing solid rocket motor or closely related defense programs.
  • Expertise in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Management.
  • Successful collaboration with prime contractors and DoD customers on defense contracts.
  • Self-starter with proven initiative and problem-solving skills in high-stakes environments.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end execution of solid rocket motor propulsion programs.
  • Oversee program scope, schedules, cost baselines, and technical performance compliance.
  • Implement and maintain EVMS processes and perform performance analysis.
  • Serve as primary contact with prime contractors and DoD customers.
  • Identify and mitigate risks while resolving issues in a dynamic environment.
  • Prepare and deliver program status reviews to senior leadership and customers.
  • Ensure compliance with ITAR, export controls, and quality standards.

Benefits

  • Monday - Thursday work week with 10-hour days.
  • Relocation assistance provided.
  • 401(K) with a 6% company match.
  • 100% Employer-Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option.
  • Employer Health Saving Account Contributions.
  • Generous PTO and nine paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Nammo Perry Inc., a key U.S. operation within the international Nammo Group, is a center of excellence for the design, development, and production of advanced munitions, pyrotechnics, and solid rocket motor propulsion systems supporting the U.S. Department of Defense and allied programs. With a major expansion underway-including a new state-of-the-art rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida, and a supporting office in Tallahassee-Nammo is enhancing domestic production capacity to meet critical national security demands.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to lead high-priority solid rocket motor (SRM) propulsion programs. This role will support the ramp-up and execution of defense-critical projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery of reliable propulsion solutions in a regulated, high-stakes environment.

As a Program Manager based in our Tallahassee office, you will oversee the full lifecycle of solid rocket motor programs-from development and qualification through production and sustainment. You will serve as the primary interface with DoD customers and prime contractors, lead cross-functional teams, and drive program success while traveling to the Perry production facility as required.

You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (Requires U.S. Citizenship).

Unique Benefits Designed with Care:
  • Monday - Thursday work week working 10-hour days
  • Relocation assistance provided
  • 401(K) with a 6% company match
  • 100% Employer-Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option
  • Employer Health Saving Account Contributions
  • Generous PTO and nine paid holidays

What You'll Do: Precision in Action
  • Manage end-to-end execution of solid rocket motor propulsion programs, including design, development, testing, production, and delivery phases.
  • Oversee program scope, integrated master schedules (IMS), work breakdown structures (WBS), cost baselines, and technical performance in compliance with DoD standards.
  • Implement and maintain Earned Value Management System (EVMS) processes; act as Control Account Manager (CAM), perform performance analysis, variance reporting, and corrective actions.
  • Serve as key point of contact with prime contractors and Department of Defense (DoD) customers/program offices.
  • Identify and mitigate risks, pursue opportunities, and resolve issues proactively in a dynamic defense environment.
  • Prepare and deliver program status reviews to senior leadership and customers; facilitate data-driven decisions.
  • Ensure adherence to ITAR, export controls, DoD acquisition regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS), quality standards, and safety requirements for energetics and propulsion manufacturing.
  • Foster collaboration, initiative, and accountability across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and test teams.
  • Identify program risks and opportunities, develop mitigation plans
  • Support proposal activity as needed.

What Dedicated Teammates Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum 8-12 years of progressive program/project management experience in aerospace/defense, with at least 5 years in complex hardware systems such as propulsion, munitions, or energetics.
  • Direct experience managing programs in the solid rocket motor or closely related defense industry.
  • Proven expertise in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) implementation, compliance, and Control Account Management.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating with prime contractors and DoD customers/program offices on defense contracts.
  • Must be a self-starter with a proven high level of initiative-able to operate independently, anticipate challenges, and drive solutions in a fast-paced, high-stakes setting.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to maintain attention to detail under stress

Preferred Qualifications
  • PMP certification or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and high-reliability manufacturing in propellants or rocket motors.
  • Experience with tactical or strategic propulsion programs for missile systems.
  • Familiarity with production facility ramp-ups or new program integrations.

Our Woking Conditions and Requirements
  • U.S. only citizenship required; active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
  • Ability to obtain BATF approval to work with our products
  • Must submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug-Free Workplace Policy which includes random testing
  • Must be able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Must have stamina to work more than the scheduled workday when needed; including nights and weekends


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