Program Manager

Responsibilities:

• Own coordination and assist senior team with execution of program activities across:
• New Product Development (NPD)
• Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) preparation
• Manufacturing handoff and production ramp
• Production execution and performance monitoring
• Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, track execution progress, and manage risks and issues.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders including Engineering, Operations, and internal partners; support customer interactions as needed.
• Drive cross-functional team alignment, ensuring clear roles, accountability, and timely delivery of program milestones.
• Monitor program financials, including cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Communicate program status, risks, and key metrics through regular reporting and presentations to internal stakeholders.
• Support customer communications, including status updates and issue resolution.
• Facilitate internal meetings (e.g., Engineering/Manufacturing reviews) to improve execution efficiency and program outcomes
• Ensure adherence to program schedules, cost targets, and quality expectations.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business management, or related technical field.
• 2+ years of program/project management experience in an engineering or technical development environment.
• Foundational knowledge of program management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Experience supporting financial tracking and procurement activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively across functional teams and contribute to customer-facing discussions.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations to internal stakeholders.
• US Citizenship required; ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with microwave module assembly and test methods.
• Experience in defense industry.
• Exposure to contracting environments, including FAR-regulated programs