Program Manager

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Watring and Cimarron are seeking a Program Manager to support our team in Huntsville, AL.

Watring is a subsidiary of Cimarron. Watring Technologies, Inc. is a Huntsville, Alabama, technology-based design and manufacturing company specializing in custom hardware and turnkey solutions. Founded in 1997, Watring Technologies’ primary support is in Aerospace and Defense. Their capabilities include hardware integration, testing, and product development. With this acquisition, Cimarron gains substantial capability in both expanded service and product offerings.

Key Duties

• Lead program planning, execution, and delivery to ensure all technical, cost, and schedule requirements are met.
• Manage and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to align program milestones, engineering activities, and manufacturing timelines.
• Oversee program cost accounting, monitor budget performance, and implement corrective actions to maintain financial targets.
• Lead cross-functional teams with diverse skill sets to achieve program objectives and ensure efficient coordination across engineering, manufacturing, and test activities.
• Track system requirements from definition through product completion to ensure alignment with customer and defense-industry standards.
• Review and develop engineering documentation, including drawings, work instructions, and test plans to support program execution.
• Collaborate closely with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment, and successful program outcomes.
• Provide hands-on support and technical oversight for mechanical design and manufacturing processes as needed.
• Prepare and present program status, technical updates, and risk assessments to senior leadership and prime contractors.
  
  
  

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education :

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. Citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Active Secret Clearance (or higher).
• 10 or more years of experience.
• Possess strong defense industry experience with a customer focus and knowledge that includes the Department of War, the Army, the United States Space Force (USSF), and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
• Experienced leader with proven system engineering discipline.
• Experience tracking system requirements to product completion.
• Experience leading teams of diverse skill sets and backgrounds.
• Experience working in an AS9100 certified manufacturing environment.
• Experience building and maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Experience managing program cost accounting.
• Ability to work hands-on with mechanical designs and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a team environment with both customer and subcontractor personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior leadership and prime contractors.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  
  
  

Business Profile

Watring Technologies, Inc. (WTI) is an experienced, diversified high technology company proficient in total system integration services, test, custom design, and the manufacturing of process automated hardware. We give customers access to a sole-source, multi-disciplinary staff of specialists offering turn-key solutions. Watring Technologies, Inc. combines state-of-the-art technologies with innovative applications to solve unique problems. We will enhance or complement your industry, giving you a competitive edge with reduced costs and improved productivity. We take great pride in our corporate offerings and the way we conduct business. WTI is dedicated to customer success and satisfaction. Watring Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.