Sr Program Manager - Maritime

QinetiQ US•Lorton, VA

9d•$165,000 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

QinetiQ US is hiring an experienced Sr Program Manager to support Maritime programs in Franklin, Massachusetts. The role is hybrid and requires regular on-site work. The position leads end-to-end execution of defense production programs, emphasizing material sourcing, supply chain management, and compliance with government acquisition regulations. It ensures material and production activities meet technical, schedule, and cost objectives while adhering to contract specifications and performance requirements. The Program Manager defines program scope, objectives, and deliverables; develops program plans and schedules; manages resources, budgets, risks, and performance; and coordinates with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, government agencies, and prime contractors. The position also supports proposals and contract activities, oversees production and material planning, and applies process-improvement methods to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, science, mathematics, or a related field.
10+ years of project/program lead experience with defense customers.
PMP, EVMS, CAM, CSCP, APICS, or equivalent qualification.
Knowledge of government acquisition regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and ITAR.
Knowledge of risk management and cost control techniques.
Experience evaluating supplier quality and delivery.
Experience with Deltek CostPoint or similar MRP/ERP software systems, Jira, Windchill, or related tools.
Experience with project design, development, test, installation, and/or repair of hardware.
Knowledge of quality assurance, production, and supply chain processes.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical personnel across functions, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts.
Strong customer management skills, including the ability to meet customer needs without incurring scope growth.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Strong computer skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio), and Microsoft Project.
Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, business, science, mathematics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in production management.
5+ years of experience in material program management.

Responsibilities

Define scope, objectives, and deliverables for multi-phase defense production programs and align them with government and/or prime contractor requirements.
Lead program reviews covering technical, cost, and schedule activities.
Develop program plans, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), aligned with contract requirements, budgets, and internal commitments.
Monitor program schedule and financial performance, identify risks and scope changes, and implement corrective actions or program changes as needed.
Control expenditures against the project budget and report monthly budget-to-actual performance through the Estimate to Complete (ETC) process.
Clarify team members’ roles and responsibilities and communicate scope, schedule, and financial objectives across the team.
Work with functional managers to develop resource plans and direct assigned program resources.
Work with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to support proposals, contract negotiations, and awards.
Develop and maintain a Material Program Plan (MPP) in coordination with quality, scheduling, and supply chain teams.
Evaluate and monitor supplier quality, reliability, and delivery capability, and conduct quotation analysis using total cost of ownership (TCO) tools.
Coordinate internal resources, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver production on time, within scope, and within budget.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and defense security protocols, and identify and mitigate risks.
Act as the primary liaison among government agencies, prime contractors, internal teams, and suppliers; prepare progress and issue reports.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and process excellence methods to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.
Use cost and schedule management techniques and data to manage programs, maintain schedules and budgets, and forecast performance.
Own program performance and demonstrate accountability.