Are you a strategic leader who thrives on owning and driving complex programs from proposal through delivery? Jered—a PAR Systems company—is seeking a Program Manager to take full accountability for the performance of critical government and commercial programs.
In this role, you’ll act as a “Mini General Manager,” overseeing planning, execution, customer engagement, and results across scope, schedule, and cost. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and contracts to deliver mission-critical systems that meet customer expectations and business goals. Success requires both a strategic mindset and strong tactical execution skills, particularly within a government contracting environment.
Success Criteria
Your impact will be measured by how effectively you manage internal teams, customer expectations, and program deliverables to achieve business objectives. You’ll own the full program lifecycle—from proposal development and resource planning to production execution and sustainment—ensuring your programs are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to quality and compliance requirements.
To succeed in this role, you’ll need experience navigating U.S. Government contracting regulations (FAR/DFAR), strong leadership in a matrixed environment, and the ability to resolve risks, track performance, and drive customer satisfaction. Familiarity with shipbuilding infrastructure or U.S. Navy contracts is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and lead programs through all lifecycle phases—proposal, development, production, and sustainment
- Develop and manage detailed program plans, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments (engineering, manufacturing, procurement, contracts, finance) to achieve program objectives
- Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring transparent communication and trusted relationships
- Monitor scope, schedule, and cost using earned value metrics and internal reporting tools
- Drive corrective action and “go to green” recovery plans for any performance variances
- Lead subcontractor oversight and manage third-party suppliers to meet program deliverables
- Coordinate internal and external reviews, including gated checkpoints and customer audits
- Support proposal and pricing development for new business opportunities
- Ensure compliance with all U.S. Government contracting rules (FAR/DFAR)
- Lead post-program reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support product transitions from development into production and long-term support
- Champion a results-driven, collaborative, and accountable program culture
You’ve learned about what you'll be doing, here are the benefits you'll gain when you join Jered LLC:
- Global team recognized for their passion of inventing
- First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure
- Training and development from industry-leading experts
- Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) & matching; Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Disability & Life Insurance; PTO, Paid Holidays, & Parental Leave for both Parents; Tuition Reimbursement
Jered, a PAR Systems company, is an equal opportunity employer, and we value individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources department if you require accommodation during the interview or assessment process, and we will support your accessibility needs.
Preferred QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in business, engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in program management within a technical or manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to manage complex programs across the full lifecycle
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR and U.S. Government contracting
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• U.S. Person
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or technical discipline
• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy or shipyard-related programs
• Familiarity with earned value management systems (EVMS) and program analytics
Top Skills
What We Do
PAR Systems is a world leader in providing full-life-cycle automation solutions for critical material handling and robotic applications that drive customer quality, safety, and productivity. Since 1961, PAR has created fully integrated systems, which are often first-of-a-kind manufacturing solutions, for a broad range of industries including aerospace, hazardous material/nuclear, life science and process automation, marine, defense, heavy material handling, CO2 lasers, non-destructive testing systems and industrial. PAR Systems is headquartered in Shoreview, Minnesota, where its Automation Solutions and Material Handling groups are located. OakRiver Technology, a PAR Systems company designs and manufactures automation equipment for the medical device and specialized high tech industries, located in Oakdale, Minnesota. Jered and Marine Systems Technology, PAR Systems companies, manufacturer mission-critical systems, such as aircraft elevators, steering gear, anchor windlass systems, advanced fireproof technologies and door systems for marine and naval applications. #PARSystems #PARMarine #Jered #MarineSystemsTechnology #Robotics #Automation #Manufacturing #PARCareers #JoinThePARTeam
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