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Gilat DataPath · 21 hours ago

Program Manager (54285)

Corporate Headquarters - Duluth, GA 30096

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

DataPath, Inc. is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead the execution of individual projects within our SATCOM Ground Systems portfolio. This role focuses on tactical project delivery, emphasizing schedule control, cost management, and cross-functional coordination.

Cyber SecurityData VisualizationInformation TechnologyIT Management

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Project Execution & Delivery: Drive the day-to-day execution of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget

Integrated Schedule Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project or a similar tool

Client Engagement: Act as the operational liaison for clients, providing regular updates and managing expectations

Contractual Compliance: Interpret and apply contract terms to project execution

Risk & Issue Management: Maintain a dynamic risk register and implement mitigation strategies

Budget Control & Financial Tracking: Monitor project expenditures and provide accurate forecasts

Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate collaboration across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance

Quality & Standards Assurance: Ensure all project outputs meet internal quality benchmarks and industry standards

Reporting & Metrics: Generate and present project dashboards and performance metrics

Process Optimization: Contribute to continuous improvement by analyzing project outcomes

Qualification

Microsoft ProjectProject ManagementEarned Value ManagementPMP CertificationFAR/DFARS KnowledgeBudget ControlRisk ManagementClient EngagementCross-Functional Coordination

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Minimum 5 years of project management experience in defense, aerospace, or telecommunications

Strong command of project scheduling tools and methodologies (e.g., Microsoft Project)

Experience with earned value management and financial performance tracking

Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contracting

U.S. Citizenship required due to facility access restrictions

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Preferred

PMP certification highly preferred

Benefits

Access professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Company

Gilat DataPath

DataPath brings over 25 years of specialty communications and cyber security expertise to military, government and commercial customers in remote, austere, or at-risk environments.

Founded in 1996

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

201-500 employees