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Senior Production Progam Manager

Ultra Electronics Group
Columbia, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/10/2026

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Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilized on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defense customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, and expendables.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

As a Senior Production Program Manager at Ultra Maritime, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of critical defense programs in a high volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting to the VP of Production Programs, you will play a key role in driving program success, managing program risks, and achieving program objectives within schedule and budget constraints. The Program Manager must have an action-oriented mindset with continual improvement, goal achievement and customer satisfaction as their guiding principles.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned defense programs, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer expectations.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including government agencies, military branches, and subcontractors. Serve as internal team integrator.
  • Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and budgets, monitoring performance metrics and taking proactive measures to address deviations and risks.
  • Manage program resources, including personnel, facilities, and equipment, to optimize efficiency and productivity throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to program team members to promote professional growth and development.
  • Identify and assess program risks, implementing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize potential impacts on program objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations, contractual requirements, and quality standards, maintaining the highest level of integrity and accountability in program execution.
  • Collaborate with business development teams to identify and pursue new opportunities for program expansion and growth, support proposal development and customer engagement activities as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in program management or project engineering within the defense industry OR a high volume manufacturing environment (such as automotive or similar), with demonstrated success in leading and delivering results.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with program management tools and methodologies is highly desirable.
  • Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a respectful, and diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

As a defense contractor, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and security. We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, conduct pre-employment background checks and substance abuse screening.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more!

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Company: Ultra Maritime

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