Experienced Program Manager - OTA Project; Transaction Agreement

Experienced Program Manager - OTA Project (Other Transaction Agreement)

Important Access Requirement
This position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code, and requires that all individuals in this role be authorized to access such information.

Government/CMO liaison and Customer Relationship Management; agreement, contract, and regulatory compliance; public relations; financial oversight and funding; reporting; strategic coordination.

• Act as the primary interface with the CMO and the government sponsor.
• Ensure all contract requirements, milestones, and reporting obligations under the OT Agreement are met.
• Manage communications, document submissions, and status updates with external stakeholders.
• Oversee cost share tracking, funding drawdowns, and programmatic invoicing.
• Coordinate internal resources to ensure compliance with DPA, ITAR, CUI, etc.
• Perform program and contract risk analysis and mitigation.
• Provide executive-level briefings on OTA status.
• Lead public relations efforts with industry, community, and other interested parties.
• Ensure all appropriate records are maintained in accordance with OTA requirements and company policies.

Minimum Job

Requirements and Skills:

• Proficient computer and applications software skills with MS Office suite.
• Strong listening, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Effective at building strong relationships.
• Able to influence others for mutual benefit; high level negotiation skills.
• Sound problem analysis, critical thinking, and situational recognition skills; able to develop effective solutions and execute to achieve desired results.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills and ability to influence others.
• High level organizational skills; demonstrated ability to meet and manage project deadlines.
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and organized, taking ownership of all assigned work.
• Must be comfortable and confident working directly with all levels of internal and external customers.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in the following areas:
  • Manufacturing
  • Defense Industrial Base supply chain
  • DOD contracting and regulations (OTA’s FAR, DFARS, CUI)
  • Program and project management

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