Program Manager II

Sierra Nevada Corporation

. Oversee total program integration management for multiple complex projects and major systems .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $143,487 - $197,295 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program integration management, project lifecycle management, and financial acumen within the Aerospace and Defense industry. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Program Integration ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationAerospace and Defense Industry ExperienceFinancial AcumenTeam Leadership and Development

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProposal DevelopmentRisk ManagementEarned Value ManagementCost ManagementSchedule ManagementRequirements DefinitionContract NegotiationStakeholder IdentificationProgram Lifecycle Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConflict ResolutionStrategic ThinkingTeam BuildingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

PMBOKCMMIAgile DevelopmentSpiral DevelopmentCorporate PM Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseFARDFARSISO 9001:2000Program ManagementBusiness Resource PlanningProposal EvaluationProgram DocumentationCorporate Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee total program integration management for multiple complex projects and major systems
Manage customer relationships, cost, schedule, and technical planning
Track and report project status, technical execution, and overall program performance
Supervise program and project staff
Lead proposal tasks from initial customer interaction through contract award
Define requirements, create bases of estimate, negotiate, and secure contract awards
Participate in business resource planning and tracking with corporate entities
Formulate and lead teams to fulfill program requirements
Identify, track, mitigate, and resolve program issues, problems, and risks
Conduct routine meetings and interface on project/program status
Develop proposals, conduct research and fact-finding, coordinate audits, and negotiate with stakeholders
Ensure initiatives meet cost, budget, and schedule constraints
Support the Program Director and Business Operations for the Business Area

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering or related field
8+ years of progressive experience in project or program management in the Aerospace and Defense industry
3+ years leading medium scale projects spanning 1–2 years and teams of 5+ cross-functional members
Relevant experience may substitute for the required educational qualifications; without a degree, 12 years of related experience is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance
U.S. Citizenship status is required for employment due to the security clearance requirement
Experience evaluating requests for proposals and/or quotes
Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes
Experience managing a complex project or larger program
Experience in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and program management disciplines
Demonstrated financial acumen
Ability to execute program integration management and coordinate program elements
Ability to perform task coordination, resource development, and stakeholder identification
Ability to manage program lifecycle conflicts and competing priorities
Ability to identify, assess, and control financial, technical, and legal risks
Leadership abilities including change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, accountability, and yearly reviews
Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead teams, drive innovation, and adapt to dynamic situations
PMP certification preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Understanding of FAR and DFARS preferred
Working knowledge of PMBOK preferred
Experience with CMMI, agile, or spiral development models preferred
Experience with Earned Value Management preferred
Understanding of application tools and data architectures preferred
Ability to use corporate PM tools preferred
Ability to participate in PM process and tool improvement initiatives preferred
Ability to maintain awareness of project-controls changes preferred
Ability to enhance program management expertise in staff preferred
Ability to establish and refine program documentation templates, tools, and guidelines preferred
Experience ensuring compliance with Corporate and ISO 9001:2000 policies and processes preferred
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment
Effective communication with team members and stakeholders
Occasional travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive pay based upon performance
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
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