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Maxar Technologies · 5 months ago

Program Manager - US Army

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$101K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

Maxar Technologies is seeking a highly capable and experienced Program Manager to lead and drive complex Army-focused defense programs. This individual will be responsible for overseeing cross-functional development efforts and managing program execution from concept through delivery, serving as the primary customer interface for strategic Army programs.

AerospaceGeospatialGovernmentRemote SensingSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Lead program execution for Army defense programs, ensuring on-time delivery and performance across defined milestones and deliverables

Serve as the primary program point of contact for U.S. Army stakeholders, engaging regularly to ensure alignment, capture feedback, and build strong relationships

Work closely with the Army Account lead to inform Army go-to-market strategy and identify key Army programs and opportunities

Drive the articulation, evolution, and communication of product roadmaps in collaboration with engineering, product, and operations teams

Manage risk, schedule, budget, and program metrics with discipline and transparency

Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for seamless execution

Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and customers

Collaborate closely with product teams to translate user needs and mission goals into deliverable capabilities

Prepare and lead program reviews, contract updates, and proposal efforts as needed

Travel (~20–40%) to customer sites, test ranges, and partner facilities

Qualification

Program ManagementDefense Programs ExperiencePMP CertificationProduct Development LifecycleCross-functional Team LeadershipRisk ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills