Program Manager

Description

Saalex is seeking a Program Manager in Corona, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. We employ a workforce of over 900 at military and NASA installations nationwide and have offices in Washington DC, Lexington Park, MD, Camarillo CA, Rockledge FL, Newport RI, Ridgecrest CA, Corona CA and Keyport WA. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $125k-$140k (depending on experience)

Work Location: Contractor Worksite. May require some travel on-site several times a week.

Job Summary:

The Program Manager serves as the overall lead, manager, and administrator overseeing program execution across multiple teams and disciplines. This role acts as the primary interface with Government program authorities and representatives, providing leadership on technical, programmatic, and project execution matters.

The Program Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and controlling all aspects of program performance, including execution, staffing, schedule, cost, and contract compliance. The role regularly briefs senior leadership on program status, risks, milestones, and performance metrics while ensuring successful delivery in alignment with contract requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and manage programs across multiple teams
• Serve as the primary point of contact with Government program offices and stakeholders
• Direct cross-competency teams
• Oversee program planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting
• Develop and implement program procedures, schedules, and execution plans
• Manage contractor personnel, staffing levels, and workforce deployment
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, acquisition regulations, and program objectives
• Manage program financials, including cost control, budgeting, and administrative oversight
• Provide regular program status briefings to senior leadership and Government representatives
• Other duties as assigned or required

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

Required:

• Experience initiating and maintaining technical direction aligned with program objectives
• Strong working knowledge of DoD acquisition policies and procedures
• Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams across program/project management and financial management
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior Government and industry stakeholders
• Program/project management experience required
• Military operations and support requirements experience required
• Inventory control management experience required
• Logistics management experience required
• Supply chain management lean 6-sigma green belt experience required
• Forklift operator experience required
• DLA disposition user certified required

Desired:

• Navy Program Office experience
• DAWIA or FAC-P/PM certification
• Experience managing distributed teams
• Experience supporting complex, multi-contract program environments

Security Clearance:
Active Secret Clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:
Masters degree in Business Administration is required.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Benefit