Program Management Specialist

Artech LLC

  • NORTH READING, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • $61–$97 Per Hour

Highlights

Job Description: The Program Management Specialist Defense & Aerospace will lead high impact programs supporting military and aerospace customers, ensuring seamless execution across scope, schedule, and cost. Key responsibilities: Lead planning, execution, and closure of complex Defense & Aerospace programs aligned with Teradyne s program lifecycle framework.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNORTH READING, MA
Salary$61–$97 Per Hour

Description

Job Title: Program Management Specialist
Location: North Reading, MA (100% Onsite)
Duration: 12 months contract
Pay Rate: $61.00 to $97.00 per hour on W2.

Job Description:
  • The Program Management Specialist 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.

Key responsibilities:
  • Lead planning, execution, and closure of complex Defense & Aerospace programs aligned with Teradyne 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.

All About You:
  • We seek individuals who share our passion and determination.
  • Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile.
  • Review the minimum criteria below to see if this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations.

Must Haves:
  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PMP or equivalent certification.
  • Technical expertise in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and defense electronics.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce, PLM systems, and ERP platforms.

Core Skills & Attributes:
  • Collaborates & Influences Inspires and aligns teams without direct authority.
  • Strategic Thinking Balances technical depth with business acumen and a mission level perspective.
  • Operational Excellence Drives execution and metrics on multiple programs.
  • Customer Focus Adapts to evolving Defense/Aerospace mission needs.
  • Integrity & Accountability Upholds high ethical standards and drives performance.
  • Growth Mindset Committed to learning, development, and expanding responsibilities.

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