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Senior Manager, Program Management – Maritime Imaging Systems (MIS) International PortfolioNorthampton, MA (100% onsite; no remote/hybrid options) Full Time – OnsiteThe Senior Program Manager will lead a high-visibility, $40M+ Maritime Imaging Systems (MIS) international portfolio, responsible for delivering advanced imaging and submarine systems capabilities to global military customers via FMS and DCS contracts. This leader will drive cost, schedule, and technical success across multiple programs, ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and business growth. This role reports directly to the General Manager / Site Executive and requires deep experience managing complex defense programs, earned value excellence, and Secret clearance eligibility.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead and manage all phases of the MIS International portfolio, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance.Drive program execution to achieve revenue, order intake, EBIT, and cash flow targets.Serve as principal customer interface; lead program reviews covering performance, risks, and deliverables.Lead preparation and negotiation of proposals, SOWs, contract terms, pricing, and modifications.Direct cross-functional teams in engineering, supply chain, production, and support functions.Oversee development, integration, testing, and production activities.Establish and monitor program schedules, milestones, earned value metrics, and delivery progress.Identify challenges; deploy solutions and corrective actions to maintain operational success.Expand product lines through new program captures, change orders, and adjacent markets.Deliver executive-level reporting and presentations internally and externally.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree + 12 years of relevant experience OR Graduate degree + 10 years OR 16+ years proven experience in lieu of degreeDemonstrated success managing complex, multi-program platforms in defense or aerospaceStrong earned value management (EVM) experienceExperience reporting to executive leadership/senior GM levelExperience across development, integration, and low-rate production life cyclesActive Secret U.S. Security ClearancePreferred QualificationsPMP CertificationUndersea systems experienceInternational defense customer experiencePrime contractor program management backgroundStrong financial acumen and business case decision skillsExecutive-level communication and presentation capabilityStrong MS Office Suite proficiencySoft SkillsExcellent leadership and organizational influenceStrong EQ and executive presenceAbility to synthesize data and drive decisionsCustomer-facing confidence and professionalismCandidate Profile (Ideal Fit)Senior Program Manager within aerospace & defenseStrong international program experienceDeep earned value program reporting backgroundExperience in highly complex, high-visibility portfoliosCleared and eligible for advanced DoD clearance work