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Material Program Manager IV

Voyager Technologies - Folsom, CA, United States - In-office - posted 2026-09-25

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Salary: USD 140,000 - 195,000 / annual

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Material Program Manager IV to lead material schedule and budget execution for defense and space programs, with primary responsibility for subcontract program management and supplier coordination. This is a strategic and tactical role requiring both high-level planning and hands-on problem-solving with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities: - Generate, manage, and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Integrated Master Plans (IMP), and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) - Manage project-level profit and loss, estimate-at-completion (EAC), material sales forecasting, accruals, and cost account management (CAM) - Lead program execution with key subcontractors through all phases including System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Critical Design Review (CDR) milestones - Serve as primary customer contact for material and subcontract program information - Present and represent Voyager's Global Supply Chain in Program Management Reviews, leadership briefings, and customer briefings - Creatively solve complex supply chain problems using data-driven strategies - Identify and escalate program risks and opportunities - Proactively manage supply and demand to eliminate gaps - Immediately escalate critical material shortages and own resolution efforts - Balance short-term problem resolution with long-term program success - Coordinate and optimize delivery schedules with critical suppliers - Support follow-on and new business opportunities, including proposal input - Challenge business impediments and drive continuous improvement - Lead others through dynamic and fluid environments The role requires demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced development environments, manage large subcontracts on prime defense programs, and communicate effectively with executive management and government customers. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in engineering or business AND minimum 20 years of program management and/or supply chain management experience, including 5 years managing DoD propulsion-related programs - Must be able to obtain and maintain US Government Secret clearance; US citizenship required - Direct experience managing large subcontracts - Material Program Management and/or Supply Chain Management experience on prime defense programs - Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans - Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills - Strong program and budget management skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Project, Excel, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications: - Active DoD Secret clearance - Management of rocket propulsion defense system programs, including propulsion control systems - Bachelor's degree in Systems, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering - Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification - Understanding of Government Procurement processes and regulations - Lean and Six Sigma Training and/or Certification - Experience leading and supporting prime proposal efforts and business development with funding customer offices - Expert Excel ability including pivot tables, macros, and VBA Travel: Up to 10%, including possible overnight travel within the United States.

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