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Senior Program Manager

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Orlando, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Job Description

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Orlando, FL for a Senior Program Manager responsible for leading one or more program managers and/or teams of associated technical specialists in concept formulation, planning, design, production, testing, fielding and sustainment of simulation devices and services. Responsible for leading a team of multi-disciplinary people to accomplish business objectives within scheduled time constraints while meeting all the customer requirements. Strong customer relationship and customer expectation management skills are a must. Responsible to develop and manage approved program plans that include work break down structures, integrated master schedules, manpower plans, baseline budgets & Estimate at Completes (EACs), Key Performance Indictors

Experience And Skills

  • BS or equivalent in Engineering; will consider other related scientific or technical discipline with strong engineering background.
  • At least twelve (12) years of specialized experience and management responsibility of teams in technical disciplines related to the requirements
  • Must have working knowledge of Department of Defense Acquisition Frame work and associated design milestones.
  • Must be adept in Microsoft Office Suite including working knowledge of MS Project.
  • Demonstrates experience in problem solving for complex, multi skill required issues.
  • Technical ability to read engineering drawings and top level design work products
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite including working knowledge of MS Project.
  • Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, and flexible.
  • Ability to handle complex program planning, cost estimating, budgeting, financial tracking, resourcing, and monitoring of short term and long term multiple- disciplinary teams and project objectives.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously within common processes and procedures
  • Experience interacting with senior military and Government personnel
  • Experience in development of military training systems and especially Naval training systems
  • Awareness of Software CMMI principles and practices.
  • Experience in military operations, service, and/or military standards
  • Experience in development of military training systems
  • To work at this facility, you must be a US Person

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Command at sea experience highly beneficial
  • Qualified Surface Warfare Officer with expertise in all aspects of shipboard operations highly desirable
  • Must have working knowledge of Earned Value Management.
  • Experience interacting with senior military and Government personnel (Foreign)
  • Working towards PMP, DAWIA Level 3 Certification in Program Management, or equivalent
  • MS or equivalent in technical management is highly desirable
  • Operational Surface Navy experience preferred
  • Experienced delivering navigation, combat systems, engineering, and/or damage control training systems to US or allied partners

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement


Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

EEO Is The Law

Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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