Program Manager

At K , we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. K  employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. K  is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of K 's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join K 's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

K ’s Mission Engineering Division delivers expert technical solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. With a strong ethical framework, K  prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

K  is seeking a highly motivated Full-Time Program Manager to support Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Air Systems Group (ASG) programs in providing leadership, coordination, and oversight across various NAVAIR projects. As the primary interface between K , the Navy customer, and technical teams, you will manage program performance, foster collaboration across Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), and drive solution based results in alignment with mission goals.

• Lead a portfolio of defense programs, ensuring successful delivery across cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality objectives for multiple projects or product lines
• Own program financial performance, integrating earned value management, critical path analysis, and corrective action planning to maintain commitments across the portfolio
• Establish strategic direction and priorities for cross-functional teams, aligning resources and execution plans to balance customer expectations and internal business goals
• Integrate program data, schedules, and financials to provide accurate forecasting, variance analysis, and executive-level reporting
• Drive process maturity and execution discipline, applying established program management frameworks and quality methodologies across the product line
• Partner closely with business unit leadership, controllers, and marketing teams to support business planning, opportunity management, and fiscal objectives
• Lead development and execution of annual operating plans and long-range strategic plans for multiple sites or teams within the portfolio
• Represent the program management organization as a domain expert, advising stakeholders on best practices, risk mitigation, and execution strategies
• Provide overall program oversight and leadership for assigned IPTs
• Serve as the primary interface between K , Navy stakeholders, and technical teams
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, budgets, and risk mitigation activities
• Lead regular program reviews, briefings, and reporting to internal and government leadership
• Ensure…