Sr Project/Program Manager

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Program/Project Manager to lead complex operations within the Aerospace & Defense sector. This individual will be responsible for managing and executing strategic programs across defense, aerospace and technology markets and ensuring that delivery, cost control and operational efficiencies are being met. Our client is a supply chain systems engineering firm that excels in operational delivery so candidates will be interfacing closely with high level clients and be a key part in helping them achieve their missions. You will be responsible for:

• Customer communication
• Tracking milestones and schedules
• Writing proposals
• Working with engineering and production/manufacturing team to ensure product is delivered on time

This will be a fully onsite role in McLean, VA. Hours are 8AM - 5PM, Monday-Friday.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems or other); candidates must have a strong knowledge of engineering design process and knowledge of structural analysis tools such as FEA, CFD and thermal analysis.
• 10+ years of project/program management experience in the aerospace and defense industry
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR
• Must be able to obtain a government clearance
• Knowledge of new product development, supply chain and logistics, product rollout
• Managing or coordinating manufacturing activities (metal fabrication, assembly, QA within an ISO 9001 environment)

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].