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Program Manager, Government Manufacturing Contracts

North Bethesda, MDFull-time$148k–$173k2026-11-13
Based in United States

Core

End-to-end execution of U.S. government manufacturing contracts from award through final delivery, coordinating internal functions and external stakeholders to deliver compliant parts on time.

Role type

Senior Program Manager, Government Manufacturing

Builds

Hardware parts and assemblies for U.S. government customers (DoD/federal)

Domain

Defense manufacturing / Government contracting

Required skills

Program management, U.S. government contract management (FAR/DFARS), Manufacturing operations, Cross-functional team leadership, Quality compliance (FAI/AS9102), Risk management, Schedule control, Supplier management, Cost tracking, Change management

Preferred skills

Prime contractor experience, DCMA engagement, DLA-style contracting, ITAR/EAR compliance, CMMC/NIST 800-171, AS9100/ISO 9001, Estimating/pricing support, Multi-supplier network management

Technologies

MS Project, Smartsheet, ERP/MRP, Excel

Responsibilities

Serve as single POC for contract performance, Interpret contract requirements (CLINs, CDRLs), Lead customer communications, Build integrated master schedules, Drive cross-functional execution, Manage subcontractors/suppliers, Ensure quality and technical compliance, Manage controlled information and cybersecurity, Support audits, Maintain risk register, Own change management, Track financial performance, Drive contract closeout

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC