Program Manager

Job Description

The Program Manager will directly manage one or more flight programs, ensuring customer satisfaction, execution to cost and schedule, risk management, and delivery of high-quality products. The manager will coordinate with key functional areas such as Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance to ensure effective planning and execution of their programs. Additionally, they will mentor other PMO members and operate as part of a team to ensure the overall success of the business unit.

Responsibilities

Manage cost, schedule, risk, and customer interface for flight programs.Collaborate with a Lead Systems Engineer who will manage technical execution.Mentor other Project Managers.Lead the development of space hardware programs.

Essential Skills

Risk managementSpace hardwareProduct development processProgram managementElectrical engineeringElectronicsDesignSystems engineeringSpace flight hardware

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 9+ years, or graduate degree and 7+ years, of applicable experienceExperience in managing government programs of a technical nature including FAR-based contracts with multiple CLINsFinancial management and planning experienceWorking knowledge of Government contract types (including OTA and FAR based)Experience managing product development programs, including design, development, procurement, prototype, and production elementsProficiency in MS Office Suite including MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and WordBachelor's degree in business or engineering (preferred)Space electronic systems experience (preferred)Familiarity with Earned Value Management (preferred)PMP Certification, or the ability to obtain within 6-months of starting employment (preferred)

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work environment ideally in Fairfax, with the possibility of a remote candidate who can travel 30-50%. Systems engineers are assigned one or more programs at a time for which they are responsible. This role provides the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, R&D environment with product development cycles ranging from 8-12 months. The organization is medium-sized, with a flat structure and comprised of highly technical-minded engineers focused on solving customer problems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fairfax, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $200000.00 - $220000.00/yr.

- 6% 401k contribution- 4 weeks PTO- 7 holidays, with company shutdown Dec. 25th-31st

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fairfax,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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