Assistant Program Manager Sensing & Communications with Security Clearance

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Program Manager to join our growing team. The role offers visibility, growth potential, and the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects.

Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Assist the program with managing full lifecycle of technical programs: scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and risk
• Develop, maintain, and monitor program schedules, budgets, and resource tracking tools
• Track program deliverables and ensure timely submission in accordance with contract requirements
• Maintain and improve programmatic processes and tools (documentation templates, tracking mechanisms)
• Support proposal development, including technical approach, planning, and cost estimation
• Carefully prepare and distribute meeting minutes and action items to internal and external stakeholders; follow up to ensure timely closure
• Facilitate team communication and documentation across program areas, including integration of reports, logs, and records

Required Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 2-5 years of professional experience supporting program or project management in a technical or R&D environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication to accurately document and report findings to colleagues, customer, vendors, etc.
• Exceptional organization skills, note taking, and following up on actions
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and government contracting
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Ability to work proactively and adapt in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Prior experience working in technical programs
• Prior experience supporting or managing DoD or acquisition programs
• DAWIA Certification
• PMP or equivalent program management certification
• Experience in technical writing, system documentation & supporting new business proposals/bids
• Familiarity with engineering development, lifecycles and documentation standards
• Understanding of integration verification and test planning processes
• Experience managing multiple tasks and balancing shifting priorities
• Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and organize daily schedules
• Experience in Dynamic 365 PSA or PO

Location

Location: Pawcatuck, CT or Groton, CT full relocation provided.