Technical Program Manager; Defense Products

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Leapros is actively hiring Technical Program Manager (Defense Products in Bartlett, IL. The Technical Program Manager – Defense Products oversees inside sales, customer service, and engineering coordination for assigned defense manufacturing product lines, managing the full order lifecycle from quoting through on-time delivery. This role requires deep familiarity with DLA/DIBBS systems, DPAS ratings, FAR/DFARS flow-down requirements, and the ability to read and interpret military drawings and specifications.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10 years of experience at a defense manufacturer, ideally in a build-to-print environment, with a strong technical or engineering background and proven cross-functional coordination skills.

Job Type: Permanent

Annual Salary: $135,000 to $145,000 Annually BOE

• Own inside sales, customer service, and engineering oversight for assigned defense product lines throughout the full order lifecycle.
• Prepare and manage quotes, and review orders and purchase order revisions for accuracy and compliance with defense program requirements.
• Oversee customer communication and expediting to ensure responsive, professional engagement at every stage of the order process.
• Coordinate closely with production, quality, and engineering departments to drive smooth project execution and on-time delivery.
• Ensure adherence to defense manufacturing requirements, including first article and source inspection processes.
• Interpret and apply military drawings and specifications to support manufacturing and production activities.
• Apply working knowledge of DLA and DIBBS systems to manage procurement and order-related activities.
• Ensure compliance with DPAS ratings and FAR/DFARS flow-down requirements across all applicable programs.

• 5–10 years of experience working at a defense manufacturer, ideally within a build-to-print environment.
• Working knowledge of DLA and DIBBS systems and their application to defense procurement and order management.
• Familiarity with DPAS ratings and FAR/DFARS flow-down requirements and the ability to apply them to active programs.
• Experience with first article and source inspection processes in a defense manufacturing context.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret military drawings and specifications.
• Strong cross-functional coordination skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams.
• Engineering degree or strong technical background preferred.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard for prolonged periods.
• Specific vision abilities required due to computer work and the review of technical drawings and documents.
• Light lifting may be required on occasion.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $135,000 to $145,000 annually, based on relevant factors such as experience, skills, education, internal equity, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process by the hiring authority.

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