Program Manager

Job ID: 113241
Location: Dallas TX
Schedule: 9/80

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.


Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary

Partner across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, contracts, and business development to deliver programs on time, within budget, and in accordance with customer and contractual requirements. Drive cross-functional execution, aligns internal teams, and engages leadership as needed to remove obstacles and maintain momentum. Serves as a key interface with internal and external customers on program execution matters and supports bid and proposal activities under the guidance of senior program leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead integrated product and project teams through the full program lifecycle, ensuring delivery against cost, schedule, and technical performance commitments.
• Act as a key interface with customers and internal stakeholders, driving alignment, resolving issues, and managing contract execution with clarity and urgency.
• Build and manage program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements, providing clear and consistent status to senior leadership.
• Proactively manage program risk, implement corrective actions, and escalate issues as needed to protect program and business unit objectives.
• Partner across engineering, material planning, contracts, and operations to ensure disciplined execution, including support for program changes and evolving customer requirements.
• Analyze and communicate cost and schedule performance, including variance and earned value data, to support informed decision-making and recovery planning.
• Support proposals, negotiations, and subcontract activities while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, company policy, and applicable government regulations.
• Represent program leadership in customer reviews and internal forums, while promoting collaboration, accountability, and team performance.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to pursuit activities and identifying growth opportunities

Job Responsibilities Part II

• Drive timely, compliant program closeout, ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled and documentation is complete and accurate.
• Use leading and lagging indicators to predict program performance trends and support proactive decision-making.
• Develop and implement corrective action strategies to strengthen program execution and results.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advance planning process and system improvements that increase efficiency and execution discipline.
• Apply strong knowledge of program planning, cash flow management, and functional discipline principles to support program success.
• Reinforce and model the organization's mission, values, and culture in daily execution and team engagement.
• Leverage experience in DoD programs, manufacturing operations, and materials management, including MRP/ERP systems, as required.
• Maintain working knowledge of FAR regulations, electro-mechanical assembly, bills of material, demand planning, and supply chain processes

Qualifications
• 3+ years of relevant experience in program or project management
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• Knowledge of program management tools, processes, and lifecycle execution
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, customer management, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with proposal support, requirements flow-down, SOW development, subcontract management, risk management, and performance improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with earned value management, cost and schedule reporting, and variance analysis
• Cross-functional exposure to finance, contracts, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, export compliance, and supply chain
• Ability to manage aerospace and defense programs in a prime or subcontractor environment
• Experience in resource planning, scheduling, project reviews, and budget control
• PMP, DAU, or equivalent certification preferred

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:


- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.