Program Manager

Title: Hardware Program Manager | ITAR | EVMS Location: Greater Hudson Area, NH (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) Employment Type: Contract (6–9 Months) Status: Accepting Candidates About the role Join a cross-functional team leading the execution of complex defense hardware programs from new product development through production. This role partners with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts to deliver high-performance embedded computing solutions while ensuring customer satisfaction, schedule, cost, and quality objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead hardware program execution across the full product lifecycle, from development through production and in-service support. Manage program scope, schedules, budgets, risks, deliverables, and customer commitments. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Finance, Contracts, and Program Planning. Support RFPs , develop Statements of Work (SOWs) , proposals, schedules, and compliance documentation. Track and report program KPIs , milestones, risks, and corrective actions to leadership and customers. Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements and contractual obligations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of Program/Project Management experience in defense hardware or related industries. Experience with Government Contracts , ITAR , and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) . Proven experience managing hardware product development and production programs. Experience in the Aerospace & Defense or SATCOM industry. Proficiency with Microsoft Project and program scheduling tools. Compensation (MA Pay Transparency) Estimated hourly range: $45–$48/hr (W-2). Final rate within this range will be based on skills, experience, and interview results. #J-18808-Ljbffr