Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead and execute multiple complex aerospace and defense programs from proposal through production and delivery. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role that serves as the single point of accountability for program cost, schedule, and technical performance. You will manage a diverse portfolio of 10–20 concurrent programs, including new product introductions (NPI) and sustainment efforts, within a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing high-reliability RF and electronic hardware. This role requires strong technical depth, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across engineering, operations, finance, and customers.

Location: Melville, NY (100% Onsite)

Salary: $150,000 – $170,000 (Base)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Workplace Type: On-site only (no hybrid or remote)

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee, direct, and coordinate all activities required to successfully execute assigned programs
• Ensure program execution aligns with contractual, technical, cost, and schedule commitments
• Manage programs through the full lifecycle, including:
  • Proposal development & submission
  • Contract negotiation & baselining
  • PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR
  • Qualification, validation, production & delivery
• Conduct detailed program and financial reviews, monitoring earned value, cost performance, and schedules
• Prepare and present comprehensive program review packages to Senior leadership and customers
• Serve as the single point of contact for all internal and customer-facing program communications
• Lead risk and opportunity management efforts across assigned programs
• Drive continuous improvement by assessing and enhancing program management processes and policies
• Collaborate with functional and business leadership to align staffing plans, workloads, and execution strategies
• Partner closely with IPTs, engineers, and manufacturing teams to achieve enterprise cost and schedule objectives
• Support new business pursuits, forecasting, and technical requirement analysis

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience OR Graduate degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Proven success in technical program management within aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics environments
• Strong background in RF electronics (highly preferred); mechanical familiarity is a plus
• Experience managing multiple complex programs simultaneously in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  • Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Cost and schedule control
  • Program financial accountability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Costpoint, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RF/microwave components, electronics design, test, and production
• Program Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Active or prior U.S. security clearance
• background supporting defense or aerospace customers

Work Environment

This is a 100% onsite role within a standard manufacturing environment. You will have dedicated office space while also working closely with engineers and technicians on the production floor. Success in this role requires comfort communicating with stakeholders at all levels—from shop floor to executive leadership.

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

BENEFIT SUMMARY 2026
• All positions - 100% On Site Melville, NY
• Healthcare coverage begins the 1st day of employmentWeekly deduction rates:AETNA High Deductible Health 1 High Deductible Health 2Employee$38.99$25.51Employee + Spouse$121.33$86.86Employee + Child$76.95$48.34Employee + Family$157.92$110.02AETNA Dental 1 Buy Up ($2K Benefit Max) Dental 2 Base ($1K Benefit Max) DHMO MetLife Vision 1 MetLife Vision 2Employee$9.04$6.83$2.18$2.34$1.45Employee + Spouse$18.07$13.66$4.37$4.42$2.90Employee + Child$22.60$17.07$5.46$4.71$3.10Employee + Family$32.53$24.58$7.86$7.36$4.95Annual HSA Limits 2026:Single $4,400 Family $8,750 (Over 55 can contribute an additional $1,000)
• Pay Period: Weekly, Direct Deposit only
• Paid-Time-Off: Exempt - Flexible Time Off (Eligible after 60-day introductory period)
• Holidays 11
• 401(k) plan Company match: 100% up to 6% Fidelity
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)
• Basic Life and AD&D, Employee Only MetLifeVoluntary Benefits:
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Inspira
• Dependent Care flexible spending account (DDC) American Benefits Group
• Additional Short-Term Disability (STD) MetLife
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) MetLife
• Voluntary Life and AD&D MetLife
• Hospital Indemnity MetLife
• Critical Illness MetLife
• Accident MetLife
• Legal MetLife
• Identity Theft Allstate Identity Program

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.