Program Manager

Program Manager

K ’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

• Innovative Projects: K ’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work:
  Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

K , Inc. is seeking a highly capable and organized Program Manager to join our team in Beavercreek, OH. This role supports the CRONUS program—ensuring smooth execution of acquisition activities and team support functions.

• Investigate, analyze, plan, design, develop, implement, or evaluate solutions for project / program efforts.
• Provide expert‑level issue resolution and recommendation support to achieve desired program outcomes.
• Assist with acquisition planning, documentation, and milestone decision support across programs.
• Track action items, manage taskers, and support oversight boards to maintain operational cadence.
• Be able to perform work measurement studies, program or operations efficiency reviews, cost studies, or workload change impact analyses.
• Plan, organize, and assist in managing critical aspects of the development, modernization, production, logistics, and/or deployment of systems, subsystems, and equipment.

• Location:
  
  On‑site, WPAFB
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal 15‑20%
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard – Core hours 0900‑1500

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in acquisition or program management roles with a focus in cost, schedule and performance.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, systems, and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

• Advanced Degree or Certification:
  Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred.
• DoD Acquisition
  
  Experience:
  
  Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and documentation.
• Tool Proficiency:
  Experience with Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
• Process Improvement:
  Ability to streamline workflows and improve team efficiency.
• Leadership
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a government or defense setting.

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at K . Let’s shape the future together.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.