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# Senior Manager, Project Management (Defense Programs) (Lawrenceville, GA)

- **Company:** Elma Electronic
- **Location:** Lawrenceville, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Project Management Software, PRINCE2, Release Management, Systems Integration
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e332cf8f16dec859

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Project Management, or a related field
 * 7+ years of project management experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated technical industries
 * Experience managing projects from development through production
 * Strong understanding of product development, engineering processes, and electronics manufacturing
 * Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex programs simultaneously
 * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills
 * Experience with ERP and project management system, * PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification
 * Experience with rugged electronics, embedded computing systems, or military hardware
 * Knowledge of PCB manufacturing, electronics assembly, systems integration, and electro-mechanical processes
 * Experience working in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments
 * Knowledge of ITAR regulations and defense industry requirements

## Description

* Lead a portfolio of 5-10 concurrent customer programs involving rugged embedded computing systems and defense applications
 * Drive projects through the entire lifecycle, including development, prototyping, qualification, production release, manufacturing, and post-delivery support
 * Serve as the primary customer interface, building trusted relationships with customer program managers and engineering teams
 * Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, milestones, risk registers, and resource plans
 * Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Production, and Customer Support
 * Monitor program performance and proactively address schedule, cost, scope, and technical risks
 * Support quotations, change orders, project profitability, and financial reporting
 * Lead customer reviews, design reviews, production readiness activities, and executive status reporting
 * Champion project management best practices across a portfolio of complex technical programs


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