Development Program Manager

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments - Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It's SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for the following position in Huntsville, AL. Please note that due to Department of Defense contract requirements, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Development Program Managerto lead complexdefense programs involving avionics system development and integration. This role willoversee project execution, manage technical and contractual requirements, andinterface with military and industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strongbackground in engineering, program management, and government contracting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage development programs from concept to deployment, ensuringcompliance withDoD acquisition processes, DFARS, and MIL-STDs.
• Oversee programbudgeting, scheduling, risk management, and Earned ValueManagement (EVM).
• Ensure avionics hardware/software development meetsDO-178C and DO-254standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison betweengovernment agencies, prime contractors,and internal teams.
• Managecross-functional teamsincluding engineering, manufacturing, and supplychain to ensure project success.
• EnsureITAR, EAR, and cybersecurity compliance (CMMC, NIST 800-171)fordefense contracts.
• Drivetechnical reviews, risk assessments, and program milestonesto ensure on-time delivery.
• Prepare and presentprogram status reports, proposals, and technicaldocumentationto leadership and stakeholders.
• Oversee supplier and subcontractor performance, ensuring quality and contractcompliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degreein Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering,Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ yearsof experience in defense & aerospace development, and/or5+ years inprogram managementfor defense contracts.
• Experience withDoD programs, military avionics systems, and safety-criticalsoftware/hardware.
• Proficiency inproject management tools (MS Project, Deltek, Jira, etc.).
• PMP, PgMP, or INCOSE CSEP certificationpreferred.
• Active Secret clearance(or ability to obtain one).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managingdefense system development programs
• Background inmodular open system architecture (MOSA).

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

This is an ITAR facility and applicants must be a US Citizen.