Defense Development Program Manager
Core
Oversees day-to-day development operations of aerospace/defense programs and transitions them into full-rate production.
Role type
Senior IC program manager (aerospace/defense)
Builds
Aerospace/defense programs transitioning to production
Domain
Aerospace/Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Program management, budget control, cost analysis, schedule control, contract compliance, funding management, strategic planning, standards interpretation, resource allocation, operational effectiveness review
Preferred skills
PMP certification, advanced degree in related field
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Analyze program activities including acquisition planning, proposal pricing, and financial management; Compile and review budgets against actual performance to control costs; Develop plans including budgets and schedules to meet contractual requirements; Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining expenditure records and submitting funding requests; Advise colleagues on interpretation of DOD/Agency standards; Impact direction and resource allocation for programs; Conduct operational effectiveness reviews to ensure systems function as designed
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC