Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead strategic, high-impact programs within our specialized HVAC manufacturing division, serving defense and large industrial clients. This role demands exceptional leadership, technical acumen, and stakeholder management skills to deliver complex, mission-critical HVAC systems in environments where precision and reliability are paramount.

Key Responsibilities :

• Program Leadership : Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multi-million-dollar HVAC programs, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment.
• Client Liaison : Act as the primary point of contact for defense and industrial clients, translating customer requirements into actionable plans.
• Cross-Functional Coordination : Collaborate with engineering, production, quality assurance, and supply chain to drive performance and problem-solving.
• Risk Management : Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies aligned with defense and industrial standards.
• Compliance & Documentation : Ensure full adherence to DoD regulations, ITAR requirements, ISO standards, and contractual obligations.
• Reporting & Metrics : Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and status reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (Masters or PMP preferred)
• Minimum of 57 years experience in program management, preferably within defense or large industrial HVAC or mechanical systems
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs under strict compliance frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to navigate technical and executive-level conversations
• Sharp analytical skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Preferred Experience :

• Government contract management and DoD project execution
• Familiarity with manufacturing practices such as lean, Six Sigma, and AS9100 / ISO 9001
• Experience with ERP and PLM systems

Why Join Us?

Youll be part of a company that is not just shaping climate controlbut enabling secure, efficient operations for the most demanding environments in the world. This is your chance to work on innovations that keep defense and industrial systems running at peak reliability.