Program Manager

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Menomonee Falls, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. We are seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs supporting the design, manufacturing, and delivery of advanced naval power and propulsion solutions. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who can balance customer expectations, technical execution, financial performance, and schedule commitments while driving operational excellence across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or related field
• 3+ years of program or project management experience in manufacturing, defense, aerospace, naval systems, or a related technical industry
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, costs, schedules, and customer deliverables in a complex environment
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions and levels of the organization
• Experience working with ERP systems, project management tools, and financial forecasting
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification or advanced degree is a plus
• Experience with DoD or government contracts preferred
• This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of a large program or multiple small programs from contract award through delivery, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, business objectives, and company strategy
• Manage program scope, cost, schedule, risk, and performance to achieve successful outcomes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, internal leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Coordinate closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and business development teams
• Drive program reviews, status reporting, forecasting, and executive communications
• Identify and mitigate program risks while proactively resolving issues impacting execution
• Develop and manage program budgets, resource plans, and financial performance metrics
• Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and change management activities
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and company policies

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• a company contribution to a health savings account
• telemedicine
• life and disability insurance
• legal insurance
• a 401(k) savings plan
• wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
• programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
• flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
• competitive vacation
• health/emergency leave
• paid parental leave
• community service hours

What This Job Offers

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