nLIGHT, Inc. · 13 hours ago
Program Manager
Longmont, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expnLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of Directed Energy systems, focused on modernizing the Department of Defense. We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex DoD programs, ensuring compliance with policies and customer satisfaction while managing program scope, cost, and schedule.
ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact with DoD customers, stakeholders, and subcontractors
Lead program planning, budgeting, scheduling, and performance tracking
Manage program teams across engineering, logistics, security, and support functions
Develop program documentation (e.g., Program Management Plans, risk registers, decision briefs)
Monitor contract performance, deliverables, and earned value management (EVM) metrics as required
Prepare and present program status reports, milestones, and reviews (e.g., IPTs, PMRs)
Identify, mitigate, and manage program risks, issues, and opportunities
Oversee subcontractor performance and contract modifications
Actively manage technical teams to ensure efficient and rapid execution of complex systems
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience managing DoD programs
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related field
Demonstrated experience working with DoD customers and acquisition processes
Proven ability to manage complex programs with cross-functional teams
Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and performance metrics
Experience with risk management and issue resolution
Proficiency with program management tools (MS Project, Jira, EVM tools, etc.)
Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under pressure
Superior problem-solving ability and ability to absorb information from multiple sources to reach a solution
Develop and maintain documentation in support of formal DoD acquisition design reviews (i.e. CoDR, SRR, PDR, IBR, CDR, TRR, etc.)
Technical Presentation and Report Writing Skills (i.e. good technical writing skills are critical)
Vendor management experience
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA, MS Systems Engineering, or related field)
Experience in functional and performance requirements allocation and tracking
Experience in System Engineering tools: Model-based Systems Engineering tools
Experience with High Energy Laser systems
Experience with electro-optical systems including acquisition, pointing, and tracking and/or Adaptive Optical (AO) Systems
Configuration Management for laser and electro-optical systems, in particular for high power applications
Benefits
4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
11 paid Holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting
Company
nLIGHT, Inc.
nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$207.11MKey Investors
Mohr Davidow Ventures
2018-04-25IPO
2017-05-10Series G· $25.78M
2016-01-26Series Unknown· $35.83M
Leadership Team
Scott Keeney
CEO
Robert Martinsen
CTO
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