Description

Primary Function:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Program Integrator to support the execution of complex aerospace and defense programs across engineering, operations, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, finance, and customer stakeholders.

This role serves as a key cross-functional coordinator responsible for maintaining program alignment across cost, schedule, technical performance, and operational objectives throughout the program lifecycle. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced DoD environments, communicates effectively with leadership and customers, and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience supporting defense programs, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), program operations, manufacturing readiness, or program execution activities within a government contracting environment.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Coordinate day-to-day execution activities across cross-functional program teams
• Maintain program battle rhythm, recurring meetings, and executive review cadence
• Track program milestones, action items, risks, issues, and deliverables
• Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure alignment across technical, operational, and business functions
• Develop and maintain program dashboards, metrics, and executive-level briefings
• Assist with preparation for customer and leadership reviews including PMRs, PDRs, CDRs, EACs, and milestone reviews
• Support Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) coordination and schedule status tracking
• Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and government customers
• Coordinate transition-to-production, manufacturing readiness, and operational planning activities
• Support risk mitigation efforts and corrective action tracking
• Maintain program documentation, reporting tools, SharePoint sites, and status trackers
• Assist Program Managers with strategic initiatives, special projects, and execution priorities
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, internal processes, and program objectives

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Program Management, Engineering, Operations, or related field
• 8+ years of experience supporting defense, aerospace, government, or technical programs
• Experience working within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage competing priorities with minimal oversight
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Preferred Skills:
• Experience supporting DoD, aerospace, or government contracting programs
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and program financial tracking
• Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), MS Project, or Primavera
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or operations environments
• Understanding of defense acquisition lifecycle processes
• Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance preferred
• PMP, CAM, or related certification is a plus