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Fairbanks Morse Defense · 1 day ago

Sr. Program Manager

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Fairbanks Morse Defense is a leading marine defense contractor dedicated to supporting the fleets with top naval power technology. The Sr. Program Manager will oversee program performance and ensure compliance with contract specifications, managing customer relationships and leading cross-functional teams to deliver successful projects.

Consumer ElectronicsEnergyManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitary

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Full Program Ownership: Lead the integrated program team, assuming full accountability for program performance, including schedule adherence, cost control, technical execution, and profitability

Strategic Customer Management: Own the senior-level customer relationship, acting as a trusted partner to manage expectations, lead major negotiations, and ensure total satisfaction

Planning & Execution: Develop, maintain, and execute the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and program budget. Establish strategic milestones and govern the program's critical path

Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate significant program risks while actively developing and pursuing opportunities to improve performance and profitability

Cross-Functional Leadership: Drive execution and integration across a matrixed team of engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality experts. Influence without direct authority and ensure seamless collaboration

Subcontractor & Supplier Governance: Oversee the performance and strategy for major subcontractors and key suppliers, ensuring they meet all technical, schedule, and quality requirements

Financial Oversight: Own the program's financial performance, including variance analysis, Estimate at Complete (EAC) reporting, and presenting program health to executive leadership

Process Improvement & Mentorship: Champion and implement program management best practices to mature organizational processes. Mentor junior program managers and other team members

Qualification

Project Management Professional (PMP)Government Contracting KnowledgeFinancial AcumenCross-Functional LeadershipMechanical Engineering DegreeTechnical Program ManagementRisk ManagementSubcontractor ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving AbilitySelf-MotivatedFlexibility

Required

A minimum of 8+ years of demonstrated success leading complex technical programs in a design, manufacturing, or defense/aerospace environment

Direct experience in design/build or complex manufacturing environments is required

Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and influence senior leaders

Strong command of government contracting, including FAR / DFAR regulations

Demonstrated experience managing major subcontractors and suppliers on a global scale

Excellent business power user IT skills (MS Office & Office 365, MS Project)

Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving ability

Strong English language communications skills (verbal, written and presentation); ability to clearly and concisely express and present information (or data) to non-technical associates, peers, and senior management

Strong financial acumen related to reporting and decision-making

Highly motivated, self-determined spirit

Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Occasionally lift and move materials up to 10 pounds

Usual office working conditions with the mix of a production environment

Expert financial acumen with deep experience managing program budgets, EACs, and P&L

Proven ability to operate effectively and drive results in an environment with evolving processes and high ambiguity

Willingness and flexibility to travel up to 20%

This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate