Program Manager

TRIDENT SYSTEMS LLC • Fairfax, VA, US, VA

9d • $110,000 - $205,000

About The Position

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex space electronics programs from development through production. The role owns program performance across cost, schedule, and risk and serves as the primary interface to customers. Working with a Lead Systems Engineer who drives technical execution, the Program Manager focuses on delivery, coordination, and strategic program leadership in complex hardware development environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/combined education and at least 9 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing space or aerospace-related programs, ideally involving electronic systems or hardware development.
• Demonstrated success managing government programs, including FAR-based contracts and multiple CLINs.
• Strong background in program financials, planning, and execution.
• Experience leading product development programs from design through prototype and production.
• Working knowledge of government contract types.
• PMP certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Engineering or Business.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM).

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more space flight programs and ensure successful execution.
• Manage program performance and commitments, including cost, schedule, and risk.
• Develop and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule, including critical path identification, milestone forecasting, and resource-loaded planning.
• Establish and manage labor and non-labor resource plans, defining required skill sets and forecasting staffing needs and timing.
• Identify engineering resource needs, including skill sets, staffing levels, and timing.
• Coordinate execution with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance.
• Drive subcontractor performance and accountability against program commitments.
• Set expectations and align Systems Engineering and Integration & Test (SEIT) and broader engineering teams.
• Maintain a current risk and opportunity matrix, including burn-down plans, mitigation strategies, and opportunity tracking.
• Serve as the primary customer interface and promote strong communication and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee program financials, forecasting, and reporting.
• Support proposal efforts and contribute to program growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop other Program Managers within the PMO.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance with AD&D
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance with AD&D
• Accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet coverage
• Health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental, maternity, and military leaves
• Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior