Assistant Program Manager Sensing & Communications

Assistant Program Manager Sensing & CommunicationsAn early-career Assistant Program Manager opportunity in Groton, CT, joining a confidential R&D firm focused on national security solutions. This role offers hands-on program support, growth potential, and the chance to work with multidisciplinary teams on technically challenging projects.Imagine stepping into a role where your day-to-day efforts directly support the development of cutting-edge technology for national defense. As an Assistant Program Manager, you'll be the organizational backbone of advanced R&D programs, ensuring that complex projects in sensing and communications stay on schedule, on budget, and aligned with mission goals. This is more than a support role—it's a launchpad for a career in technical leadership.Working alongside engineers and scientists, you'll dive into program schedules, track deliverables, and coordinate across disciplines to keep critical defense initiatives moving. Every task, from updating project timelines to preparing customer briefings, contributes to the successful delivery of solutions that address real-world national security challenges. The company's entrepreneurial culture means you'll quickly earn ownership of meaningful responsibilities.We're looking for an early-career professional with 2–5 years of project support experience in a technical or R&D setting. You're impeccably organized, proactive, and thrive in fast-paced environments. You communicate clearly, follow through relentlessly, and are ready to learn the ins and outs of government contracting. Whether your background is more programmatic or technical, your curiosity and adaptability will drive your growth here.This position comes with full relocation to the beautiful Connecticut shoreline, where you'll join a team that values excellence and initiative. If you're eager to make a tangible impact on national security while building a versatile skill set, we want to hear from you. Apply today to start a conversation about how your talents can help shape the future of defense technology.Non-NegotiablesA Bachelor's degree or higher is required for this positionYou must have 2–5 years of professional experience supporting program or project management in a technical or R&D environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to document and report findings clearlyExceptional organizational skills, note-taking ability, and follow-up on actions are mandatoryFamiliarity with DoD acquisition processes and government contracting is necessaryProficiency with MS Project, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint is requiredYou must have experience working in a multidisciplinary engineering environmentWhat's In It For YouFull relocation is provided to the Groton, CT area, ensuring a smooth transition for the right candidateYou will join a small, growing R&D company where your contributions are directly visible and impactful on national security missionsThe entrepreneurial environment encourages taking initiative and rewards technical and administrative excellenceThis role offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to evolve based on your strengths and interestsYou will work alongside multidisciplinary teams on exciting, technically challenging programsThe position provides high visibility and the chance to take meaningful ownership of projects from an early stageA comprehensive benefits package is available, supporting your well-being and professional developmentResponsibilitiesAssist the program manager with managing the full lifecycle of technical programs, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and riskDevelop, maintain, and monitor program schedules, budgets, and resource tracking tools to keep the project on trackTrack program deliverables and ensure timely submission in accordance with contract requirementsMaintain and improve programmatic processes and tools, such as documentation templates and tracking mechanismsSupport proposal development by contributing to technical approach, planning, and cost estimation effortsCoordinate the preparation of presentation materials and briefing packages for customer meetings and key engineering eventsManage and distribute meeting minutes and action items to internal and external stakeholders, and follow up to ensure timely closurePreferred QualificationsPrior experience working in technical programs is highly regardedExperience supporting or managing DoD or acquisition programs will set you apartDAWIA Certification is a plusPMP or equivalent program management certification is preferredExperience in technical writing, system documentation, and supporting new business proposals or bids is valuedFamiliarity with engineering development lifecycles and documentation standards is beneficialThe ability to manage multiple tasks and balance shifting priorities is a strong fit