• Program Manager

    Actalent (Melbourne, FL)


    Program Manager – Aerospace & Defense

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time

     

    Schedule: 9/80

    About the Role

    We are hiring a Program Manager to lead aerospace and defense programs governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). You will manage the full program lifecycle including planning, execution, compliance, and delivery while working closely with cross-functional teams and customers.

    Responsibilities

    Program Management

     

    + Lead multiple programs aligned with business goals

    + Develop and manage schedules, budgets, and resources

    + Monitor performance and mitigate risks

     

    Compliance & Contracts

     

    + Ensure adherence to FAR, ITAR, EAR, and security protocols

    + Manage contract negotiations, modifications, and obligations

     

    Stakeholder Engagement

     

    + Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders

    + Provide regular updates on program status and risks

     

    Team Leadership

     

    + Lead and mentor cross-functional teams

    + Support team development and performance

     

    Financial Oversight

     

    + Track budgets and forecasts (EAC)

    + Identify cost-saving opportunities

     

    Risk Management

     

    + Identify and manage program risks

    + Develop and execute mitigation plans

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or STEM (Master’s preferred)

    + 5–7 years of program management experience in aerospace/defense

    + Experience in a product driven/hardware development environment

    + Experience with FAR-based and FFP contracts

    + Strong knowledge of risk management, change control, and compliance

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.