{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d415af3ea2b8671946ca4ee1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d415af3ea2b8671946ca4ee1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d415af3ea2b8671946ca4ee1","title":"Program Manager I","description":"About American Ordnance\n\nAt American Ordnance, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations. Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://aollc.biz\n\nDrive Mission Success as a Program Manager at American Ordnance!\nPlans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated program under direction from Program Director to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Manage all aspects of assigned programs, including but not limited to schedule, performance, financial and customer communications. There are no direct reports for this position\nAs the Program Manager 1 here's the work you'll do:\nCoordinates with and enlists the assistance of other internal resources as necessary to effect the functions of contract administration, purchasing, production, cost control and analysis, reporting, etc. on established/awarded programs (proactive/planned activities). 55%\nMaintains strong customer commitment through regular communication to advise status of program and resolve issues. 20%\nRespond and manage urgent contract/production/materials/supply chain/ETC. issues as they arise in a timely and organized manor (reactive activities). 10%\nDevelop proposals/pricing strategic paths to compete for and be awarded new contracts. 10%\nSpecial projects as needed. 5%\nThis roles is for you if you have these skills:\nAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.\nAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.\nAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.\nProficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project, SAP and other software programs is needed\nResponds promptly to customer needs; both internal and external. Maintains confidentiality. Experienced negotiator. Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Communicates clearly and informatively verbally and in writing; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.\nGovernment Secret Clearance may be required.\nAnd if you have these qualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business Administration or technical Field Required.\n2+ years of management/leadership experience Required.\nMust possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant OR Current Passport.\nSuccessful completion of background screening process.\n\nGreat attitude and team player!\n\nCandidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.\n\nIn compliance with this states pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $86,160 - $129,240. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).\n\nWe care about our employee's and it shows!\n\nOur staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members.\n\nTo ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:\n\nOur staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!\n\nTo ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:\n\nVisual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.\nBalancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)\nStooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)\nReaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)\nLifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds\nWalking\nRepetitive motion of any part of the body\nKneeling, crouching or crawling\nPushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)\nManual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)\nGrasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)\nFeeling (e.g. perceiving an objects size, shape, texture, etc.)\nClimbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)\nHearing\nTalking\nCapacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time\nAbility to read complex documents in the English language\nCapacity to reason and make sound decisions\nAbility to write complex documents in the English language\nCapacity to express thoughts orally\nExpertise in: EXCEL, WORD, CADD (Revit/Bentley)\nAbility to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment\nAbility to regularly perform all job functions at Companys office or worksite\nAbility to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)\n\nReady to join our mission? We're eager to connect with you!\n\n-Talent Acquisition Partner: Fantasia Jacobs-Fuller\n\n#LI-FJ1\n\nDiversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity\n\nAmerican Ordnance, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Diversity, and Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity: American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. 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There are no direct reports for this position\nAs the Program Manager 1 here's the work you'll do:\nCoordinates with and enlists the assistance of other internal resources as necessary to effect the functions of contract administration, purchasing, production, cost control and analysis, reporting, etc. on established/awarded programs (proactive/planned activities). 55%\nMaintains strong customer commitment through regular communication to advise status of program and resolve issues. 20%\nRespond and manage urgent contract/production/materials/supply chain/ETC. issues as they arise in a timely and organized manor (reactive activities). 10%\nDevelop proposals/pricing strategic paths to compete for and be awarded new contracts. 10%\nSpecial projects as needed. 5%\nThis roles is for you if you have these skills:\nAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.\nAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.\nAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.\nProficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project, SAP and other software programs is needed\nResponds promptly to customer needs; both internal and external. Maintains confidentiality. Experienced negotiator. Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Communicates clearly and informatively verbally and in writing; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.\nGovernment Secret Clearance may be required.\nAnd if you have these qualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business Administration or technical Field Required.\n2+ years of management/leadership experience Required.\nMust possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant OR Current Passport.\nSuccessful completion of background screening process.\n\nGreat attitude and team player!\n\nCandidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.\n\nIn compliance with this states pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $86,160 - $129,240. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).\n\nWe care about our employee's and it shows!\n\nOur staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members.\n\nTo ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:\n\nOur staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!\n\nTo ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:\n\nVisual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.\nBalancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)\nStooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)\nReaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)\nLifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds\nWalking\nRepetitive motion of any part of the body\nKneeling, crouching or crawling\nPushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)\nManual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)\nGrasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)\nFeeling (e.g. perceiving an objects size, shape, texture, etc.)\nClimbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)\nHearing\nTalking\nCapacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time\nAbility to read complex documents in the English language\nCapacity to reason and make sound decisions\nAbility to write complex documents in the English language\nCapacity to express thoughts orally\nExpertise in: EXCEL, WORD, CADD (Revit/Bentley)\nAbility to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment\nAbility to regularly perform all job functions at Companys office or worksite\nAbility to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)\n\nReady to join our mission? We're eager to connect with you!\n\n-Talent Acquisition Partner: Fantasia Jacobs-Fuller\n\n#LI-FJ1\n\nDiversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity\n\nAmerican Ordnance, a Day & Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Diversity, and Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity: American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com.","datePosted":"2026-08-19T18:07:46.633Z","dateModified":"2026-08-19T18:07:46.633Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Day","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Middletown","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"d415af3ea2b8671946ca4ee1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d415af3ea2b8671946ca4ee1"}}