AUKUS Program Manager

HII

. Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $160,000 - $202,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management expertise, including cost, schedule, and technical performance oversight, while fostering strong customer relationships and leading diverse teams. Proficient in navigating compliance regulations and managing international partnerships to drive program success.

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Program ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementLeadership and Team DevelopmentTrades Compliance KnowledgeRisk Identification and Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Program Management ToolsContract NegotiationBudget ManagementTechnical Performance MonitoringProposal DevelopmentProduct Research and DevelopmentIntegration and TestingMilestone EstablishmentResource AssessmentProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingMotivational LeadershipCultural NavigationTrust Development

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipFinal Clearance

Industry Keywords

AUKUS Australian ContractInternational Partnership ProgramsPEO I&ANavy Nuclear Power SchoolNNS Apprentice School

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion
Manage cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or major-program subsystems
Participate in contract and contract-change negotiations
Coordinate proposals, business plans, proposal work statements, specifications, operating budgets and contract financial terms/conditions
Act as primary customer contact and lead customer program review sessions
Establish design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and testing
Develop new business or expand the product line with the customer
Establish milestones, monitor master plans and schedules, identify program problems and obtain solutions
Direct technical, manufacturing and administrative employees assigned to the program
Assume responsibility for all aspects of the AUKUS Australian contract, including tasking, work, products, schedules, budgets and courses of action
Serve as focal point for subcontractor contracts, if utilized
Represent the shipbuilder in working groups, IPT meetings, conferences, technical exchanges, advisory boards, offsites and audit teams
Deliver the monthly Contract Status Report, including spending to plan, 90-day resource assessment, issues, proposed process improvements, quarterly review inputs and proposed travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship required
Final clearance required to start
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; Master's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience
Equivalent pathways include NNS Apprentice School graduate, Navy Nuclear Power School graduate, associate's degree or formal 2-year program with relevant experience, military paygrade E-5 or above, or high school/GED with specified relevant experience
Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience leading, supervising, motivating and developing people
Strong communication skills
Strong understanding of program management tools and concepts
Strong relationship-building characteristics
Knowledge of Trades Compliance regulations
Previous experience in an international partnership program or other off-site facilities/programs
Previous experience working with PEO I&A
Ability to develop and instill trust
Ability to establish and maintain effective customer relations
Ability to understand and navigate cultural differences
Ability to motivate others to seek improvements and change processes
Ability to identify risk areas and develop effective mitigations
Ability to work closely with U.S. and international senior management across all program levels
Ability to travel 10%-25% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
On-site health centers
Tele-medicine
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings plan options (401K)
Financial education and planning tools
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Supportive and welcoming environment
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth
No relocation assistance available