Senior Program Manager Job Longmont area,Colorado USA,Engineering

At Areté, we are at the forefront of developing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

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We are seeking an accomplished Senior Program Manager / Sector Manager with deep experience leading complex electro-optic programs, driving P/L performance, and building high-performing technical teams. The ideal candidate brings more than 25 years of technical and managerial leadership across electro-optic systems, advanced sensing technologies, and government contracts (FAR/DFAR), with a proven ability to grow business, execute strategically important programs, and foster strong customer and stakeholder relationships.

This role will be based at our Niwot, CO office and is an exempt, non-supervisory, full time position.

KeyResponsibilities

Lead full life-cycle program execution for advanced electro-optic systems, including scope, cost, schedule, risk, and technical performance
Drive P/L ownership and financial outcomes across a diverse portfolio, ensuring positive revenue, profit, and sales growth
Develop and execute program strategies aligned with long-term business objectives, including capture, proposal leadership, and cross-functional coordination
Oversee major government programs, including electro-optic systems development, payload integration, transition through production and delivery
Direct teams in earned value management (EIA-748), risk and opportunity management, and performance tracking to established targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, government customers, and prime contractors
Strengthen organizational capability through mentorship, team development, and fostering a culture of transparency, innovation, and technical excellence
Guide supply-chain strategy and development for cutting-edge hardware, spanning concept through qualification and production
Support market-shaping initiatives in advanced sensing, LADAR, avionics, and space-based technologies

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

Flextime Scheduling
Bereavement
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement

What We Value:

Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
Integrity and responsibility in all actions
Collaboration across teams and specialties
Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):

20+ years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or space-borne systems development
Demonstrated success as a Program Manager or Sector Manager delivering high-visibility, high-complexity government programs
Proven ability to deliver strong financial results, including multi-year sales growth and effective P/L stewardship
Deep familiarity with FAR/DFAR contracts, EVMS, and multi-discipline engineering environments
Experience with space-based systems development, sensor payloads, or advanced imaging systems
Exceptional strategic thinking, communication skills, and team-building capabilities

Nice to Have (Preferred Skills):

Leadership on space programs or other high-priority U.S. government programs
Background in LADAR, non-conventional imaging
Successful development of supply chain for novel or first-of-kind technical solutions
Advanced degree in Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering)

The salary range for this role is $180,000 to $245,000/yr; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and…