Senior Program Manager - International Maritime Systems

Senior Program Manager – International Maritime Systems

Northampton, Massachusetts, United States

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)

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

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.

• 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

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (required at time of hire)
• Bachelor's degree + 12 years of relevant experience (or Masters + 10 years; or 16 years without degree)
• 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

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

• 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
• This position is onsite only
• Clearance and citizenship requirements are non-negotiable
• Client name will be disclosed during interview stages