Posted 04/29/2026
Job Number: 15817
Program Manager
Braintree, Massachusetts • Hybrid
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Category: Technical
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $160,000 - $190,000 / Annually
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Job Description
Position Title: Program Manager
This role is designed for experienced Program Managers who will take ownership of defense programs with full accountability for financials, schedules, delivery, and customer satisfaction. The position requires a leader capable of turnaround strategies in high-visibility, high-risk programs that are currently facing challenges. Candidates must be comfortable navigating complex environments, defending their strategies, and implementing solutions that will restore program health. The ideal individual will possess a strong technical background and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including senior leadership and customers. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact critical defense initiatives while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Salary Range: $160,000 – $190,000 / Year DOE
Program Manager Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of assigned programs, ensuring adherence to financial and schedule commitments
- Engage with customers, including government program offices, to maintain transparency and address challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives and deliverables
- Develop and implement turnaround strategies for programs in distress
- Prepare and present updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Manage program budgets, ensuring compliance with financial targets
- Facilitate clear communication across all levels of the organization
Program Manager Requirements:
- Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one
- Defense industry program management experience
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, with a preference for candidates with up to 10 years
- Proven experience managing programs with budgets of at least $1 million
- DOD experience is required
- Technical background in engineering or related fields
- Experience managing manufacturing production programs
- Experience with struggling programs is preferred
- Ability to demonstrate confidence in interviews without appearing overly assertive is preferred
- A degree in engineering or a related field is preferred
- Experience turning around troubled programs is preferred
- Navy programs background is preferred
- Experience in high-complexity, low-volume production is preferred
- Track record of successfully managing and turning around struggling programs is preferred
Benefits:
- Generous PTO policy starting at approximately 3–3.5 weeks in the first year, increasing to 4 weeks from years 2–5
- 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%, with vesting after one year
- Comprehensive healthcare options through a leading provider
- Wellness programs available to reduce monthly premiums
- Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement programs
If you are a Program Manager looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-CM1
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