Senior Project/Program Manager

Post Date

May 15, 2026

Location

Mclean,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

22101
US
Jul 15, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Project Manager

Req #

DC0-52774bc6-f0e7-482f-9dfd-f2a780f71ddb

Pay Rate

$120k - $140k (estimate)

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Program/Project Manager to lead complex operations within the Aerospace & Defense sector. This individual will be responsible for managing and executing strategic programs across defense, aerospace and technology markets and ensuring that delivery, cost control and operational efficiencies are being met. Our client is a supply chain systems engineering firm that excels in operational delivery so candidates will be interfacing closely with high level clients and be a key part in helping them achieve their missions.
You will be responsible for:
- Customer communication
- Tracking milestones and schedules
- Writing proposals
- Working with engineering and production/manufacturing team to ensure product is delivered on time

This will be a fully onsite role in McLean, VA. Hours are 8AM - 5PM, Monday-Friday.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems or other); candidates must have a strong knowledge of engineering design process and knowledge of structural analysis tools such as FEA, CFD and thermal analysis.
- 10+ years of project/program management experience in the aerospace and defense industry
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR
- Must be able to obtain a government clearance

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Knowledge of new product development, supply chain and logistics, product rollout
- Managing or coordinating manufacturing activities (metal fabrication, assembly, QA within an ISO 9001 environment)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.