Senior Program Master Planner

Sierra Nevada Corporation

. Manage total program integration for multiple large-scale projects or one highly complex development .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $165,010 - $226,889 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale projects and programs within the Aerospace and Defense industry, with a strong focus on risk management, proposal development, and cross-functional team leadership. Proficient in integrating technical and operational data to drive strategic planning and execution.

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Program ManagementRisk ManagementProposal DevelopmentEarned Value ManagementFederal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementFinancial Risk AssessmentTechnical PlanningCost/Schedule BaselinesTechnical Drawing InterpretationProgram Lifecycle ManagementMultidisciplinary Team LeadershipProposal EvaluationProgram Baseline DefinitionSimulation and What-If Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipStakeholder EngagementProblem SolvingConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Architecture ToolsProgram Data Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationActive Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Aerospace and DefenseDefense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS)Business Resource PlanningTechnical RoadmapIntegrated Master Plan (IMP)Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage total program integration for multiple large-scale projects or one highly complex development
Lead a portfolio of Program and/or Project Managers
Manage customer relationships, cost, schedule, and technical planning
Track and report project status, technical execution, and overall program performance
Supervise program and project staff
Participate in business resource planning and tracking
Formulate and lead teams to fulfill program requirements
Identify, track, and resolve program issues and problems
Identify, mitigate, track, and manage program risks
Conduct routine meetings and interface on project/program status
Develop proposals, conduct research and fact-finding, coordinate audits, and negotiate with stakeholders
Support the Program Director and Business Operations
Create, own, and continuously refine the strategic Master Plan
Maintain and integrate the Technical Roadmap, WBS, IMP, and supporting structures into execution schedules
Coordinate with engineering, operations, supply chain, and program leadership to synchronize activities across IPTs
Perform simulations and what-if analyses for design changes, supply chain disruptions, resource constraints, risk events, and changing priorities
Translate technical and operational data into actionable recommendations
Define, track, and manage internal and external interfaces, handoffs, and deliverables
Integrate proposal activities into the strategic Master Plan and evaluate impacts on commitments
Serve as central strategist for proposal roadmap alignment, IMP/WBS development, and risk/schedule analysis
Communicate risks and opportunities to executive leadership and external stakeholders
Support multiyear forecasts, business planning, issue resolution, risk management, and process improvements
Align program planning outputs with enterprise and customer priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, Management, Engineering or related field, or 14 years of related experience in lieu of a degree
10+ years of progressive experience in project or program management in the Aerospace and Defense industry
5+ years leading large-scale, multi-year projects with teams of 10+ cross-functional members
Experience evaluating requests for proposals and/or quotes
Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes
Experience managing multiple large-scale projects or a large independent program
Ability to identify, assess, and control financial, technical, and legal risks
Capability to manage program lifecycle conflicts and prioritize competing priorities/requests
Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS)
Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI
U.S. Citizenship required for employment
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment
Effective communication with team members and stakeholders
Occasional travel may be required
PMP certification preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Experience with multidisciplinary design and development teams
Experience with Earned Value Management
Familiarity with architecture tools and program data management systems
Experience preparing estimates, technical proposals, and cost/schedule baselines
Experience defining and maturing program baselines in complex development environments
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test procedures

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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