Sr. Program Manager – Defense & Strategic Programs

Description

Job Overview

The Entwistle Company is seeking a skilled and proactive Sr. Program Manager to build a long-term career in our collaborative and innovative environment. 

In this role, you’ll help deliver mission-critical components that support U.S. and allied defense, with your skills, creativity, and impact directly contributing to national and global security. We value talent, encourage innovation, and promote professional growth.

This role will support high-visibility government contracts supporting strategic Department of Defense customers. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and deep knowledge of government contracting, with the ability to collaborate across production teams in a fast-paced environment. 

Ready to make a real difference? Join us.

Our Mission Statement

1. To be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components      & systems, spanning air, land, sea and space, recognized for our      specialized capabilities, quality and dependability.
2. To design, manufacture & build-to-print innovative and      cost-effective products.
3. To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers and US      warfighter succeed in their missions.

At The Entwistle Company, our values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—guide everything we do, from daily decisions to long-term strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

· Program Ownership: Lead full lifecycle execution for assigned contracts—ensuring schedule, cost, and compliance goals are met

· Customer Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including NAVSUP, Electric Boat, NAVAIR, DCMA, and other defense partners

· Cross-Functional Leadership: Drive alignment across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Contracts to meet program requirements

· Schedule & Risk Management: Build and maintain Microsoft Project schedules, proactively manage risks, and lead recovery planning as needed

· Deliverables Management: Track and submit all required program documentation including data packages, CDRLs, waivers, and ECPs

· Regulatory Compliance: Ensure program execution aligns with FAR, DFARS, ISO 9001, and ISO 17025 requirements, including documentation related to welds, MPI/NDT, and calibration

· Performance Reporting: Monitor and report KPIs such as on-time delivery, quality metrics, and program risk summaries to leadership and stakeholders

· Process Improvement: Contribute to the refinement of the company’s Program Management Toolkit, supporting tools like kickoff checklists, KPI dashboards, and internal review templates

· Proposal Support: Collaborate on pricing, ROMs, and contract modifications for new or ongoing opportunities

· Support a culture of safety throughout the facility by adhering to all safety procedures

What We Offer:

• 401k – 4% match on 5%      deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life      Insurance
• Employer Paid      Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employer provided Paid      Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health      Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision      Insurance
• Safety Shoes &      Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation      Events

· Competitive pay based on experience.

Requirements

Qualifications:

· 7+ years of Program Management experience in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries

· Strong working knowledge of DoD/Navy contract execution, including government deliverables, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement

· Experience managing complex programs with cross-functional coordination

· Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, SharePoint, and other relevant software

· Familiarity with NAVSUP, Electric Boat, DCMA, and DFARS contract structures

· Demonstrated experience with CDRL tracking, traceability logs, MPT/NDT documentation, and milestone execution

· PMP Certification preferred; ISO 9001/17025 familiarity strongly desired

· Must be eligible to work in ITAR-controlled environments

Related Military Job Codes:

We value military experience and recognize transferable skills. Candidates with the following military job codes or similar may have relevant experience for this position:

· Army MOS: 90A – Logistics Officer (Field Grade)

· Navy NEC: Engineering Duty Officer (EDO) – 1440/1460

· Air Force AFSC: 21R – Logistics Readiness Officer

· Marine Corps MOS: 0402 – Logistics Officer