Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager

Job Description

As a Program Manager specializing in aerospace and defense, you will play a critical role in managing and overseeing Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)-based programs. Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring program success through proposals, baseline planning, execution, change management, risk management, and delivery of contract deliverables while adhering to compliance and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers to ensure the successful execution of projects within scope, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Monitor program performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Ensure all programs comply with FAR regulations and other relevant federal requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAR and related regulatory changes, advising teams on compliance requirements.
• Prepare and review documentation to support compliance and audit activities.
• Understand ITAR and EAR compliance and comply with all security requirements for successful protection of company IP.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular communication and program reporting to stakeholders on program status, risks, and issues.
• Foster strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and support.
• Lead and mentor program teams, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Provide direction and support to team members to achieve program objectives.
• Support performance evaluations and professional development of team members.
• Oversee program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial targets are met, working closely with the finance function.
• Conduct financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making and resource allocation.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Accurately forecast Estimate at Complete (EAC) for programs throughout execution.
• Manage contract negotiations, modifications, and compliance.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met and documented.
• Work with the contracts/legal function and sub-contracts teams to resolve contract-related issues.
• Identify, assess, value, and manage program risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Monitor risk mitigation activities and adjust plans as necessary.
• Report on risk status and mitigation efforts to stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Program management in aerospace and defense
• FAR/DFAR Government Contracts
• Risk management
• Engineering development
• Change management
• Engineering project management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a STEM-related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• 5-7 years of program management experience in aerospace and defense, with experience executing FAR-based programs.
• Experience successfully executing FFP contracts preferred.
• Understanding of change management, risk management, and FAR-based contract execution.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role in Melbourne, FL, which may require travel to customer sites and other locations as necessary. You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and programs. Security clearance may be required depending on program requirements. Current work includes space communication devices, working on navy-cleared contracts, and even a few with Lockheed Martin. The company is currently 100% onsite due to the nature of their work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, Florida.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $65 - $85