{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"171d6f3bf278ea09e026d1ba","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/171d6f3bf278ea09e026d1ba","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/171d6f3bf278ea09e026d1ba","title":"Program Manager (Defense Systems)","description":"Job title: Program Manager (Defense Systems)\r\nLocation: Salt Lake City, UT; Luling, TX; Huntsville, AL; Sacramento, CA\r\nOverview: This position carries dual responsibilities in the X-Bow Defense Systems Sector. The primary responsibilities will focus on managing all Sector support to the X-Bow Business Development Directorate in developing proposals, rough orders of magnitude, White Papers, and any other products generated in support of capturing new businesses.\r\nAs such, you will coordinate Defense Systems resources including all efforts being supported, balancing and assigning resources, tracking resources expenditures and schedules, and ensuring success of the support efforts. As a Program Manager, you will be given the opportunity to direct and manage rocket motor and launch system development programs from initial customer interaction through final delivery.\r\nThis position requires self-motivated, highly skilled program managers using all PM-related skills to develop and manage programs with minimal oversight and guidance on timelines shorter than usual in the industry. Expected responsibilities for this position include:\r\nBids and Proposals Manager\r\nServe as primary Defense Systems contact to the X-Bow Business Development Directorate.\r\nIdentify and track upcoming Bids and Proposal activities potentially requiring Defense Systems Sector support.\r\nWork with Defense Systems Divisions to develop and track resource assignments and ensure successful support and balanced workloads.\r\nDirectly support proposal development and/or editing of Defense Systems proposal contributions.\r\nProgram Planning and Execution\r\nDevelop comprehensive program plans that outline goals, timelines, resources, and budget requirements.\r\nOversee the execution of program plans, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.\r\nTeam Leadership and Resource Management\r\nLead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain across different projects within the program.\r\nManage resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation to meet program objectives.\r\nStakeholder Communication and Engagement\r\nServe as the primary point of contact for all program stakeholders, including team members, executives, and government representatives and external partners.\r\nCommunicate program progress, challenges, and outcomes to relevant stakeholders, maintaining transparency and collaboration.\r\nRisk Management and Problem Solving\r\nIdentify, analyze, and mitigate risks that may impact program objective particularly those related to requirements, technical and manufacturing challenges.\r\nResolve complex issues and conflicts within the program, applying effective problem-solving skills.\r\nQuality Assurance and Compliance\r\nEnsure program activities comply with organizational standards, industry regulations, and government requirements.\r\nImplement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards in program deliverables, including rigorous design, analysis, testing and validation of solid rocket motors.\r\nContinuous Improvement\r\nEvaluate program performance and identify areas for improvement.\r\nImplement best practices and lessons learned into future program phases and company-wide initiatives.\r\nRequired Experience and Skills\r\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in program or project management, project engineering or control account management (CAM) in the aerospace or defense industry. Technical expertise in solid rocket motor design, development, and manufacturing highly desired.\r\nBachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Aerospace, Mechanical) or a related field. A Master's degree or PMP certification is advantageous.\r\nExperience in proposal development and management in a relevant field.\r\nStrong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.\r\nExcellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.\r\nLocation Requirements\r\nVicinity of existing X-Bow offices to include Salt Lake City, UT; Luling, TX; Huntsville, AL; Sacramento, CA\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Xbow Launch Systems","rawCompany":"xbow launch systems","city":"Luling","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T15:27:42.947Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"11-9199.00","title":"Managers, All Other","slug":"managers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"336415","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-propulsion-unit-and-propulsion-unit-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager (Defense Systems)","description":"Job title: Program Manager (Defense Systems)\r\nLocation: Salt Lake City, UT; Luling, TX; Huntsville, AL; Sacramento, CA\r\nOverview: This position carries dual responsibilities in the X-Bow Defense Systems Sector. The primary responsibilities will focus on managing all Sector support to the X-Bow Business Development Directorate in developing proposals, rough orders of magnitude, White Papers, and any other products generated in support of capturing new businesses.\r\nAs such, you will coordinate Defense Systems resources including all efforts being supported, balancing and assigning resources, tracking resources expenditures and schedules, and ensuring success of the support efforts. As a Program Manager, you will be given the opportunity to direct and manage rocket motor and launch system development programs from initial customer interaction through final delivery.\r\nThis position requires self-motivated, highly skilled program managers using all PM-related skills to develop and manage programs with minimal oversight and guidance on timelines shorter than usual in the industry. 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