North Wind ยท 2 months ago
Senior Program Manager
Newport News, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expNorth Wind is advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. The Senior Program Manager will direct and coordinate the execution of technical programs to maximize customer satisfaction and ensure program success while strengthening customer relationships for future business opportunities.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for the execution of all assigned programs and projects within established scope, budget and schedule constraints. Coordinates and establishes the demand for internal company resources to meet program technical and schedule requirements. Closely monitors program requirements against the contractual program scope to control scope related cost growth. Evaluates the need for external subcontract support based on internal capability and program demands
Strengthen business development by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships. Manage customer associations to ensure satisfaction and retention, stimulating additional work and growth through established customer relationships. Present the value of North Wind to all customers to promote the identification of new opportunities. Develop strong working relationships with internal and external business partners
Develop baseline schedules, spend plans and revenue projections for all programs. Routinely update projections and lead program review sessions discuss program status and progress against the established baseline. Manage program risk assessments and develop mitigation plans
Participate in the development of project proposals and the negotiation of contracts and contract changes. Understand and clarify contract requirements, negotiate changes, achieve contractual acceptance / completion
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering field or related discipline
10+ years of related discipline
Direct experience in the implementation of established program management methods
A combination of education and experience equivalent to above
US citizenship required to obtain/maintain a DOD security clearance
Preferred
Must be highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and prioritize the management of several programs simultaneously
Leadership of engineering, program management or other technical teams
Experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Exceptional financial acumen and technical understanding
Proficiency with all Microsoft (MS) Office production software including MS Project
Experience with the direction of engineering and fabrication resources in a machine shop environment
Familiarity with shop manufacturing techniques
Strong written and verbal communication
May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
Knowledge of various contract vehicles, procurement processes and sub-contracting procedures
Company
North Wind
North Wind is a defense technology and research development that supplies hypersonic aerospace materials and RDT&E systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2026-01-05
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