Senior Program Manager - International Maritime Systems

Senior Program Manager – International Maritime Systems

Location: Northampton, MA (Onsite – no hybrid/remote)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Maritime Systems
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $200,000–$220,000 base (plus full benefits & relocation)

Security Requirement – Please Read Carefully

This role requires an ACTIVE U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Candidates without an active clearance cannot be considered.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a Senior Program Manager to lead and grow a $40M+ international defense portfolio supporting advanced maritime imaging and undersea systems. This is a high-visibility leadership role reporting directly to the General Manager / Site Executive, with full ownership of cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer engagement across international programs.

This role is ideal for an experienced defense Program Manager who thrives in fast-paced, execution-driven environments and has led Earned Value programs for international customers under FMS and DCS contracts.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end execution of an international maritime systems portfolio ($40M+)

• Lead cost, schedule, technical, and EVMS performance across multiple programs

• Serve as primary customer interface for international defense customers

• Drive development, transition to production, and low-rate production programs

• Lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and program reviews

• Direct cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations

• Expand program scope through follow-on orders, technical changes, and adjacent markets

• Present executive-level program updates to senior leadership

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (required at time of hire)

• U.S. Citizenship

• Bachelor's degree + 12 years of relevant experience
  (or Masters + 10 years; or 16 years without degree)

• Direct DoD Program Management experience

• Proven leadership of programs with reportable Earned Value

• Experience with international defense programs

• Experience spanning development production LRIP

• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work full-time onsite in Northampton, MA

Preferred (Not Required)

• PMP certification

• Experience with maritime, undersea, ISR, or imaging systems

• Experience supporting major defense prime contractors

• Strong financial and portfolio management background

Why This Role

• Executive-level visibility and impact

• Ownership of a critical international defense portfolio

• Stable, well-funded programs

• Competitive compensation and full benefits

• Relocation assistance available

• 9/80 work schedule and strong work/life balance

Important Notes

• This position is onsite only

• Clearance and citizenship requirements are non-negotiable

• Client name will be disclosed during interview stages