1687 - Program Manager

Sigma Defense•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

About The Position

Sigma Defense is seeking a skilled Program Manager with strong leadership, team management, program and financial management expertise, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and lead teams. This role requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or a related field of study, and an active Secret security clearance or higher (within the past 2 years). A Master's degree in a STEM field is preferred. The Program Manager will be responsible for generating, tracking, and maintaining program plans to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained and contract requirements are met. They will oversee multiple programs, collaborate across functional teams, provide leadership and guidance to employees, and interface with customer program and technical stakeholders. Effective communication of project expectations and implementation of best practices aligned with company policies are crucial. The role also involves collaborating across management and project teams to develop strategic plans and expand business opportunities, with occasional travel to support customer meetings and new business opportunities.

Requirements

10+ years of DoW engineering experience in system development, with at least 5-8 years in program or project management.
Experience in leading programs, managing program risks, and resolving program-level issues.
Demonstrated knowledge of project management processes and procedures, cost, schedule, and performance as it relates to program execution.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or related field of study.
Candidate must possess an active Secret security clearance or higher (within past 2 years).

Nice To Haves

Radar or electronic warfare development experience a plus but not required.
Master's degree in a STEM field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Generate, track, and maintain program plans to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained and contract requirements are met.
Oversee multiple programs and collaborate across functional teams.
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned projects.
Interface with customer program and technical stakeholders.
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
Implement best practices aligned with company policies and procedures.
Collaborate across management and project teams to develop strategic plans and expand business opportunities.