Senior Program Manager

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager who will oversee, direct, and coordinate all activities necessary to successfully execute all approved, assigned programs. The role ensures that all programs are executed within the committed timeframe and in line with contractual requirements. This position is responsible for program management processes, coordinating multiple complex programs, and critically assessing process and policy improvements.

• Conduct Program/Financial reviews and monitor/control activities and costs on major programs.
• Conduct program status reviews for upper management, reporting both contractual and financial status.
• Manage programs through all phases, including proposal preparation and submission, contract negotiation, baseline, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, qualification, validation, production, and delivery.
• Coordinate with business management and functional management to ensure alignment of workload, staffing plans, work processes, and procedures.
• Plan and determine the most efficient method of achieving program objectives within technical capabilities, company procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Establish and maintain adequate controls to assure continuous analysis and measurement of performance against requirements, initiating corrective action as needed.
• Serve as the single point of contact for all programmatic internal and customer communications.
• Participate in new business proposals, project projections, and analysis of requirements.
• Assume responsibility for program profit, schedule, and technical performance.
• Prepare and present detailed program review packages to Senior management and customers.
• Lead risk and opportunity management for assigned programs.

• Program management expertise with a focus on engineering, aerospace defense, and project life cycle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and ERP systems like Costpoint.
• Strong management and negotiation skills.
• Previous technical program management experience with high-reliability hardware requirements and RF component design, production, and testing.
• Experience with earned value, cost, and schedule management.
• Strong leadership skills to direct, motivate, and influence a team.
• Exceptional communication skills to address complex issues and action plans.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience or a Graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Program management certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Current security clearance is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

This position operates in a standard manufacturing company environment. Candidates will have their own office space and will also be tasked with handling responsibilities on the floor with engineers and technicians. The role requires effective communication across a wide spectrum of people.

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

BENEFIT SUMMARY 2026 • All positions - 100% On Site Melville, NY • Healthcare coverage begins the 1st day of employment Weekly deduction rates: AETNA High Deductible Health 1 High Deductible Health 2 Employee $38.99 $25.51 Employee Spouse $121.33 $86.86 Employee Child $76.95 $48.34 Employee Family $157.92 $110.02 AETNA Dental 1 Buy Up ($2K Benefit Max) Dental 2 Base ($1K Benefit Max) DHMO MetLife Vision 1 MetLife Vision 2 Employee $9.04 $6.83 $2.18 $2.34 $1.45 Employee Spouse $18.07 $13.66 $4.37 $4.42 $2.90 Employee Child $22.60 $17.07 $5.46 $4.71 $3.10 Employee Family $32.53 $24.58 $7.86 $7.36 $4.95 Annual HSA Limits 2026: Single $4,400 Family $8,750 (Over 55 can contribute an additional $1,000) • Pay Period: Weekly, Direct Deposit only • Paid-Time-Off: Exempt - Flexible Time Off (Eligible after 60-day introductory period) • Holidays 11 • 401(k) plan Company match: 100% up to 6% Fidelity • 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off) • Basic Life and AD&D, Employee Only MetLife Voluntary Benefits: • Health Savings Account (HSA) Inspira • Dependent Care flexible spending account (DDC) American Benefits Group • Additional Short-Term Disability (STD) MetLife • Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) MetLife • Voluntary Life and AD&D MetLife • Hospital Indemnity MetLife • Critical Illness MetLife • Accident MetLife • Legal MetLife • Identity Theft Allstate Identity Program

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $150,000 - $170,000