Program Manager

Program ManagerDuration: 12 Months Contract Location: North Reading, MA (100% Onsite) Pay Range: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour on W2The Program Manager – Defense & Aerospace will lead high?impact programs supporting military and aerospace customers, ensuring seamless execution across scope, schedule, and cost. This role serves as a strategic integrator, working closely with Sales and external customers and integrating customer needs across engineering and operations to drive program success and uphold Teradyne's standards of excellence.ResponsibilitiesLead planning, execution, and closure of complex Defense & Aerospace programs aligned with Client's program lifecycle framework.Collaborate with Sales on proposal development and program capture strategies.Conduct detailed contract reviews to assess scope, risk, and deliverables.Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), identifying critical paths and mitigating risks.Build strong cross?functional alignment across global teams to ensure cohesive, timely execution.Monitor program performance using industry?standard tools; initiate corrective actions to maintain program health.Deliver concise executive?level program updates and customer communications.Sustain a culture of urgency, accountability, and cross?functional collaboration.Travel of 10% or less.Must HaveBachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent experienceMinimum 7 years of progressive engineering and program/project management experience, ideally in Aerospace & Defense or high?tech.Demonstrated success leading complex, multi?disciplinary programs with full cost/schedule/performance accountability.Proficiency with program management tools, risk reviews, and integrated scheduling (e.g., MS Project).Excellent organizational and communication skills including ability to communicate and foster communication between project groups.Strong ability to use data and information for problem solving.Understanding of handling and securing ITAR and CUI information.PreferredPMP or equivalent certification.Technical expertise in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and defense electronics.Familiarity with Salesforce, PLM systems, and ERP platforms.