Lead and direct cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives Manage DoD customer relationships Measure and report program performance Develop and brief executive level presentations to customer leadership, executive management, and other program stakeholders Participate in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions Support and at times lead the development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools Identify, allocate and manage program resources, including workforce planning Coordinate with Government Property team in support of Government/customer supplied property or information (GFE, CFE, etc.) Support the management of Intercompany Work Order (IWO) and Independent Suppliers to meet program objectives Adhere to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards Support and at times lead the development and adherence to master plans and integrated master schedules Conduct thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization Support and lead proposal preparation process as required Bachelor's degree and 8 years of program management experience OR a master's degree and 6 years of program management experience. 4+ years of managing production programs Experience leading high performing, cross-functional teams within the aerospace/defense sector Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at or under cost achieving all requirements as either a project lead, integrated program team lead, or cost account manager. Proficiency in project management tools and processes such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and Risk and Opportunity Management. Management of firm fixed price (FFP) projects Active US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP A degree in science, engineering, or business PMP® certification Experience managing programs as the Prime Contractor for DoD systems Experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks.