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Project Manager

Detroit Defense
Troy, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Detroit Defense is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the development of projects that support the nation's defense.

Detroit Defense has delivered innovative engineering and technology solutions to the Department of War (DoW), driving advancements in systems engineering, combat vehicle integration, digital transformation, cybersecurity, IT, data analytics, and software development. In this role, you will lead cross-functional engineering teams, oversee project execution, and ensure the successful delivery of high-reliability systems while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

If you're passionate about engineering, leading complex technical programs, and making a meaningful impact on national security, Detroit Defense offers an opportunity for rapid professional growth—Behind the Mission. Beyond the Challenge.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparation of responses to customer opportunities, including white papers, proposals, rough order of magnitude estimates and responses to customer requests for information.
  • Manage scope, budget, schedule, and EVMS reporting; communicate program status to upper management and stakeholders via Program Management Reviews and other formal and informal methods.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, including status reports, risk registers, and technical requirement specs.
  • Work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources, as required; resolve conflicts, demands, and priorities on assigned programs.
  • Identifies and coordinates with key level horizontal and vertical stakeholders between program major activities, teams, suppliers, partners and customers; coordinate inputs from support organizations including engineering, contracts, finance, pricing, and others as needed.
  • Occasionally travel to domestic or international customer sites (15%)

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in a relevant field of study
  • A Minimum of five years of experience in project management
  • PMP and/or PMI-ACP Certification (Highly Recommended)
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Security Clearance.

Detroit Defense offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
  • Legal & ID Shield Services
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off ( PTO)

Why Detroit Defense

At Detroit Defense, we deliver mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, protect the warfighter, and enable readiness through innovation, technical excellence, and end-to-end lifecycle support.

Remaining steadfast in our core values of Trustworthy, Mission Driven, Creative, and Agile we are a complex systems integrator for the U.S. Government, Detroit Defense provides solutions to meet the technical and programmatic challenges faced by our customers. Our proven success in multi-domain cross-platform system-of-systems integration results in fielded capability for warfighters. From R&D to production, fielding, and sustainment, Detroit Defense provides services and solutions to Empower Those That protect Us.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Detroit Defense proudly supports those who have served. We welcome applicants with military experience, including those transitioning to civilian careers. Your leadership, adaptability, and mission-focused mindset are valued here.

Detroit Defense is a proud recipient of the 2022, 2023 & 2024 Hire Vets Gold Medallion Award.

Detroit Defense is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity or gender expression), age, mental or physical disability, creed, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic trait or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary Description

$100,000 to $110,000

Salary : $100,000 - $110,000

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