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Castelion · 3 months ago

Strike Weapons Program Manager

Torrance, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Castelion is a defense development company focused on innovative manufacturing strategies for advanced weapon systems. The Strike Weapons Program Manager will lead the execution of hypersonic weapon programs, managing schedules, contractual commitments, and ensuring mission success while engaging with U.S. Government customers and internal teams.

AerospaceGovernmentManufacturingMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring alignment between mission requirements and Castelion's technology roadmap

Program Execution: Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance from contract award through integration, test, and deployment, delivering on all contractual milestones

Proposal & Contract Management: Lead proposal efforts and contract negotiations, ensuring technical feasibility, cost effectiveness, and compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering to translate mission needs into product requirements, guide design reviews, and manage technical or contractual changes

Customer Engagement: Lead program reviews, present technical and schedule briefings, negotiate requirements, and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders

Risk Management: Identify program risks early, develop mitigation plans, and maintain schedule fidelity under aggressive timelines

Strategic Development: Shape new opportunities and architectures by collaborating with government and industry partners to inform future hypersonic strike capabilities

Qualification

Aerospace EngineeringProgram ManagementU.S. Government AcquisitionRisk ManagementTechnical WritingCommunication SkillsCreative Problem SolvingCross-Functional Collaboration