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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Maritime Defense Systems business, which delivers integrated solutions with decades of proven performance across submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms supporting high-priority national defense programs. Our bow-to-stern capabilities include acoustic and sonar protection systems, propulsion systems, advanced composite structures, missile subsystems, canisters and launchers, and autonomous underwater vehicle subsystems. From concept through production, we combine engineering, materials expertise, specialized manufacturing, and large-scale testing to deliver mission-ready systems that reduce technical risk and support long-term operational performance.\nIn this role, you will manage Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and lead program execution from kickoff through completion. You will oversee cost, schedule, risk, and deliverables; coordinate across engineering, production, supply chain, and quality; and maintain accountability for meeting customer commitments. Your work ensures program alignment, timely milestone achievement, and disciplined management across multiple defense manufacturing efforts.\nResponsibilities\nLeads Integrated Product Teams through all phases of assigned programs to ensure cost, schedule, and performance objectives are met.\nManages program financials including baseline development, variance analysis, monthly estimates, and Estimate to Complete updates.\nOversees subcontractor activities and ensures alignment with customer requirements and contract expectations.\nDevelops comprehensive program plans that define resources, budgets, schedules, and performance goals.\nProvides clear and concise program status updates to executive leadership and key stakeholders.\nSupports program reviews with Department of Defense customers and monitors milestone progress and risk drivers.\nEnsures compliance with contract requirements, risk management practices, resource planning, and reporting standards.\nCoordinates with Engineering, Operations, Production Planning, and Supply Chain to accomplish program objectives.\nMonitors contract compliance and supports cost reviews and related program activities.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree.\nMinimum 5 years of project or program management experience.\nPreferred Qualifications\nDegree in a technical field.\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification.\nExperience with Department of Defense programs.\nExperience with Microsoft Project and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.\nKnowledge of cost and financial management, including Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies.\nUnderstanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.\nStrong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand, bend, kneel, walk, stoop, crouch, and sit.\nAbility to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.\nAbility to perform repetitive movements.\nAbility to bend and twist.\nAbility to climb stairs and ladders.\nAbility to lift, push, pull, or occasionally carry heavy objects.\nVision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.\n\nThis position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid time off\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nTuition reimbursement\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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