Government Services Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

About the Role:

We are supporting a confidential aerospace & defense supplier in Duluth, GA in hiring a Government Services Program Manager. This role leads regulatory compliance, cybersecurity governance, and government contracting oversight across a highly regulated environment. You will serve as a cross‑functional advisor, ensuring the organization meets ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, export control, and related government requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Government Contracting

• Evaluate new business opportunities for applicability of ITAR, FAR/DFARS, export controls, and CMMC requirements
• Support bid/no‑bid decisions tied to compliance obligations and organizational capability
• Review solicitations, RFQs, and contractual flowdowns for regulatory implications
• Prepare, submit, and manage permits, licenses, registrations, certifications, and authorizations
• Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies
• Review contracts to identify compliance obligations for government‑related work
• Support audits, assessments, and compliance inquiries
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts across the business

Cybersecurity & Compliance Program Management

• Manage ITAR compliance, export controls, cybersecurity governance, and data privacy requirements
• Maintain and update the organization’s System Security Plan (SSP) and IT Privacy & Security Program Strategy
• Support CMMC implementation, including risk assessments, remediation planning, and compliance tracking
• Improve processes related to incident response, unauthorized access reporting, and sensitive information protection
• Coordinate cybersecurity compliance with IT, legal, and governance teams (oversight role, not hands‑on systems admin)
• Develop and deliver compliance and cybersecurity training, including phishing awareness and export control education
• Conduct risk assessments and oversee mitigation activities

Program & Operational Support

• Support operational execution across client, supplier, manufacturing, and internal teams
• Assist with delivery timelines, compliance requirements, quality standards, and process improvements
• Identify and escalate risks impacting compliance, schedule, scope, or operational performance
• Promote continuous improvement across workflows and operational processes
• Support adherence to ISO, AS9100, and internal quality standards

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Compliance, Government Contracting, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
• 5 years in government contract compliance, regulatory affairs, program management, or defense‑sector environment
• Strong working knowledge of ITAR, FAR/DFARS, export controls, and government contracting regulations
• Experience supporting or implementing CMMC Level 1 or Level 2
• Experience developing or managing compliance programs, policies, and internal controls
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies (filings, registrations, audits, inquiries)
• Experience maintaining or supporting SSPs and cybersecurity governance documentation
• Working knowledge of NIST SP 800‑171 requirements and assessment methodologies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain regulatory requirements to non‑technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating regulatory applicability for new business opportunities
• Familiarity with GSA contracting and government procurement processes
• Experience designing and delivering compliance or cybersecurity training
• Knowledge of ISO and AS9100 quality systems
• Background in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, supply chain, kitting, or industrial distribution
• Experience supporting incident response and remediation processes
• Understanding of data privacy and information security frameworks

Why This Role Matters:

This position plays a strategic role in supporting high‑profile aerospace and defense programs. You will influence regulatory pathways for new business opportunities, strengthen cybersecurity posture, and support operational excellence across a growing organization.

Compensation:

Compensation is competitive and aligned with experience in ITAR, DFARS, CMMC, and government contracting environments.