Program Manager Ii

Program Manager II

The Marvin Group

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment. The company is a leading defense contractor based in Southern California near Los Angeles International Airport, comprising Marvin Engineering, Marvin Test Solutions, and Marvin Land Systems. With more than 60 years of experience, The Marvin Group serves the Department of Defense and global allies, collaborating with major prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

Responsible for managing product development with emphasis on accelerating the development cycle and transition into production. Successfully deliver results to customers to achieve program delivery meeting performance requirements.

• Plan project schedules including required resources and implement by deadline
• Communicate with internal and external customers and work with functional areas such as Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure customer needs are addressed and targets are met
• Facilitate the process of ensuring that all customer requests and questions are addressed in a timely manner
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure delivery of material to meet compressed development cycle, negotiate and issue purchase orders on critical items
• Create and manage presentations (PDR, CDR, TRR), manage customer program deliverables, SDRLS, hardware, and reports
• Manage the transition between development and production, including product release, drawings and route sheet release, and supplier base expansion

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or applicable equivalent experience
• 7–12+ years of experience in defense, engineering or product development
• Proven history of product development from proposal phase to qualified product
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Creative and adaptive approach to complex tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Experience with MRP/ERP software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player, motivated to achieve program goals
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment (50% desk time)
• Familiarity with manufacturing environment, customer interaction, and continuous improvement

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience with MRP/ERP software
• Creative and adaptable approach to complex tasks

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

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