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Program Manager - Warfighter Segment

Ensign-Bickford Industries
Simsbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 11/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/6/2027

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.

Job Description

EBAD seeks a Program Manager supporting our Warfighter market segment. This position is located in Simsbury, CT or Graham, KY and reports to the General Manager WF.


The Program Manager will support the strategy and execution of a portfolio of defense products, sold to domestic and international customers. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for maximizing results in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and cost.


Responsibilities:

  • Provides leadership and is responsible for the achievement of delivery milestones
  • Serves as the customer point of contact
  • Anticipates and advises the customer on status
  • Facilitates internal & external communication
  • Is the voice of the customer to keep the team focused on contractual commitments
  • Performs project planning and kick-off
  • Maintains accurate program schedules for assigned programs
  • Tracks and reports project status / performance (internal reporting / program reviews)
  • Advises Segment Director on commitment changes, scope changes, or technical issues
  • Work with Business Development Managers in identifying & capturing new program opportunities
  • Participate in and lead elements of strategic initiatives across the product segment

Requirements:

  • BS in a technical or business discipline
  • 8 years of experience, in the Aerospace and Defense industry in functions such as technical sales, project engineering, business administration and/or program management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Proficient with Microsoft office suite software.
  • Solid understand of Program and Project Management.
  • Fundamental knowledge of financial concepts such as sales, gross margin, operating income, balance sheets, and working capital.
  • Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as root cause & corrective action, six sigma, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills:

  • MBA
  • Prior ordnance and explosives background
  • Military service experience
  • PMP certification


Compensation & Benefits:

The anticipated yearly wage range for this position is $125,000 - $175,000. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.


Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

 

Salary : $125,000 - $175,000

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