Senior Program Manager

Paligen Aerospace and Defense

On-sitePosted July 29, 2026

About the role

Paligen Aerospace and Defense is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to lead and manage complex defense programs from inception through completion in Tampa, Florida, United States. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in defense program management, with a track record of delivering large‑scale projects on time and within budget. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders.

Senior Program Manager

Paligen Aerospace and Defense

On-sitePosted July 29, 2026

About the role

Paligen Aerospace and Defense is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to lead and manage complex defense programs from inception through completion in Tampa, Florida, United States. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in defense program management, with a track record of delivering large‑scale projects on time and within budget. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex defense programs. Develop and implement program strategies, objectives, and deliverables aligned with customer requirements and company goals.
Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, and key stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for program communications. Manage expectations and ensure customer satisfaction.
Project Management: Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk management. Create detailed project plans, milestones, and timelines. Monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
Team Leadership: Guide cross‑functional teams including engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain. Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture. Mentor team members to achieve objectives.
Financial Management: Develop and manage program budgets and forecasts. Track expenses and achieve financial targets. Identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate prog

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex defense programs. Develop and implement program strategies, objectives, and deliverables aligned with customer requirements and company goals.
Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, and key stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for program communications. Manage expectations and ensure customer satisfaction.
Project Management: Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk management. Create detailed project plans, milestones, and timelines. Monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
Team Leadership: Guide cross‑functional teams including engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain. Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture. Mentor team members to achieve objectives.
Financial Management: Develop and manage program budgets and forecasts. Track expenses and achieve financial targets. Identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate prog

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