Who We Are:

IPS Custom Automation is a leading provider of advanced
manufacturing solutions for the defense and energetics industries. We
specialize in the design, engineering, and integration of turnkey production
lines for energetics materials and munitions. Our solutions serve government
agencies, military contractors, and defense OEMs worldwide.

Who We’re Seeking:

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager to assist and lead complex
programs within the energetics portfolio and collaborate closely with cross‑functional
teams. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, strategic thinking,
exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement
and learning.  This is a on-site position. 

What You’ll Do: You’ll also be responsible for:

• Assist
  and Lead Program Operations from contract award through closeout, ensuring
  performance across cost, schedule, technical and quality objectives. 
• Oversee
  the planning across subsystems and functions that feed financial systems
  and the Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Manage
  subcontractor performance, ensuring delivery of required data and
  attainment of technical milestones.
• Oversee
  program Estimate At Completion (EAC) development and accuracy in
  coordination with team leads and provide monthly forecasting outputs for
  executive review.
• Drive
  accountability for program performance metrics through formal reviews,
  risk analysis, and mitigation planning.
• Support
   new business captures and proposals
  within the defense portfolio.
• Partner
  with leadership on budgeting, resource planning, and contract
  profitability tracking.
• Lead
  and support Program Management Reviews and other contractual engagements.
• Support
  digital integration of program and operations data for improved insight,
  responsiveness, and audit readiness.
• Mentor
  and develop project leads, and functional contributors with a focus on
  execution rigor and compliance-first culture.
• Performs
  other job duties as assigned and deemed appropriate by management.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s
  Degree in a technical, quantitative or business discipline.
• 7+
  years of experience in program management.
• 3+
  years of experience in the U.S. defense industry.
• Experience
  in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication,
  briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and literacy in the
  program management disciplines.
• Extensive
  knowledge and experience working with engineering and manufacturing teams
  to assess progress and forecast effort required to complete program
  activities.
• Demonstrated
  financial acumen to ensure decisions are fiscally sound and responsible.
• Requires
  ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire
  your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for
  success, challenge status quo, and demonstrate the ability to adapt to
  dynamic situations.
• Requires
  ability to execute, coordination of all elements of a program, i.e.,
  Program integration management. Perform task coordination, resource
  development, stakeholder identification, etc. Capability to manage program
  lifecycle conflicts, prioritize competing priorities/requests, and
  evaluate available resources.
• Requires
  ability to identify, assess, and control financial, technical, and legal
  risks.
• Experience
  with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes. Experience
  with preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes.
• Proficient
  leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring,
  and holding people accountable.
• Working
  knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Requirements (FAR) and Defense
  Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
• Familiarity
  with ISO 9001 (QMS) and process improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency
  in MS Office products (Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint and Project).
• Ability
  to travel within the US as required (approximately 30%).
• Authorized
  to work in the US.
• Able
  to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

What We Provide:

• Competitive
  base salary (commensurate with experience) and performance-based
  incentives.
• Generous
  employer contribution to the Employee portion of medical insurance (75+%).
• Dental,
  Vision, and Gap insurance offered.
• Employer-paid
  Life insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• 401(k)
  employer match and immediately vested.
• Generous
  paid time off policy.

IPS Custom Automation is an EEO Employer -
M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

 The information listed above is not a
comprehensive list of all duties/responsibilities performed. This job
description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the
exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Any physical and mental requirements described in this
job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.

 

IPS Custom Automation is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status