Material Program Manager

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology. Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments. As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

As a Material Program Manager, you will manage all material activities needed to meet program requirements and ensure a strong link within and between various material functions, including Sourcing, Program Management, Engineering, Operations Program Management and Planning. The MPM will be responsible for the development, coordination and execution of program material strategies, and revenue objectives. In this role, you have the opportunity to lead the front end of business planning activities including early material management involvement and early supplier involvement, partnering with program, engineering and operations leadership.

• Developing and executing material program plans, subcontract management plans (together with Supply Chain)
• Balancing strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs
• Working closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations to create a schedule for projects based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Developing and leading planning related proposal activities, including task descriptions and bases of estimates
• In conjunction with engineering, develop accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) from the technical baseline within a few days of proposal kick‑off, control changes in the BOM during the proposal process and promptly flow any changes to material estimating and develop a strategy to get representative costs
• Partnering with Product Management to navigate obsolescence, long‑lead and last‑time‑buy material situations to ensure program schedules are met
• Actively engaging in proposals
• Managing material actual cost versus should cost
• Executing make/buy/where process
• Developing and executing risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives
• Collaborating with supply chain functions for support as needed
• Developing and monitoring performance metrics and proactively acting to address program and functional issues
• Earned Value Management and financial management skills, including Material EACs and Material Forecasting

• Experience working in the DoD Aerospace & Defense industry
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance at time of hire

• ASCM CPIM or CSCP experience
• Strong planning experience
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP business systems
• Microsoft Project experience
• Experience managing to a budget
• Experience providing inputs into or reviewing EACs
• Experience collaborating with the Subcontract Administrator to review statements of work (SOW) that are complete and conform to program requirements
• Experience in electronics/aerospace hardware applications as well as knowledge of operational and manufacturing processes (assembly, integration, and test)
• Experience converting business area and customer requirements into executable strategies
• Experience leading in an Integrated Program Team (IPT) environment
• Knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition laws and regulations (FAR/DFARS)

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 6 years of combined work experience (can include Graduate school experience) in functional areas of Planning, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations (including Production Control), or Project Management

The expected compensation range for this role is $ - $. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate’s relevant experience and education, certifications and training, and current business and market conditions.