Program Manager

Advantage Technical
$150,000.00-$150,000.00
paid time off, paid holidays

Jun 13, 2025
Position Title: Program Manager III (PM III) Location: Upper Saddle River, NJ (100% Onsite - 9/80 Schedule) Type: Direct Hire Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 + 4% Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) Clearance Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a government security clearance Company Overview Join a leader in advanced technology solutions for the Aerospace & Defense and Satellite Communications (SATCOM) industries. We are seeking a results-driven Program Manager III to lead the execution of complex development and production programs for mission-critical systems. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with cutting-edge Direct RF, data acquisition, and FPGA processing technologies in a customer-facing, cross-functional environment. Position Summary As a Program Manager III, you will be responsible for leading the full lifecycle of technical programs-from concept through development, production, and in-service support. You'll coordinate efforts across engineering, operations, finance, contracts, and business development while managing customer expectations and delivering results on scope, schedule, and budget. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and tactical program execution skills, especially within Aerospace, Defense, or SATCOM markets. Key Responsibilities Lead cross-functional teams to deliver development and production programs aligned with customer requirements and internal objectives. Drive all phases of program execution (scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality). Manage multiple programs or a family of programs; provide weekly/monthly KPI reports and leadership briefings. Respond to RFPs and lead proposal development including schedules, estimates, and compliance documentation. Serve as the main point of contact for customers; ensure satisfaction through proactive communication and issue resolution. Collaborate with contracts and subcontracts teams to manage Statements of Work, supplier engagements, and compliance. Maintain program documentation, schedules (MS Project), and reports using SharePoint, Confluence, or similar tools. Identify risks and implement mitigation plans; manage scope changes and process improvement initiatives. Ensure adherence to government contracting standards (FAR, DFAR, ITAR, etc.). Support or lead internal audits and participate in program gate reviews. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience managing technical product development programs in Aerospace, Defense, or SATCOM. Strong customer-facing experience with proven ability to build trust and manage expectations. Must have electronic development and/or production program management experience (not service-based). Demonstrated success in tactical program execution and full product lifecycle delivery. U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Engineering, Program Management, or Business. Active or previous Secret Clearance. PMP certification. Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and government contracting practices. Experience working in matrix organizations across multiple sites. Proficiency in MS Project, SharePoint, and Confluence. Experience with commercial and military programs. Contract/Subcontract management experience and knowledge of ITAR regulations. The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Advantage Technical With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com. Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. 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