Project Manager

Project ManagerPosition Overview The Panther Group is seeking a Project Manager to support our client in Temple, TX. This role will support the  Program Management Team, managing vehicle and hardware deliveries to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with technical and contractual requirements. The Project Manager will oversee on-site program activities supporting  post-production integration efforts, working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, contracts, and quality teams.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram & Project Management

• Manage all on-site program activities related to post-production integration efforts*
• Support program objectives including cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction*
• Develop and maintain project plans, including:*
  • Goals and deliverables* *
  • Staffing plans* *
  • Scheduling and milestones* *
  • Risk identification and mitigation* *
  • Resource allocation*
• Ensure completion of deliverables and on-time program execution

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead and coordinate matrixed teams across functional departments, including:*
  • Engineering* *
  • Operations* *
  • Quality* *
  • Manufacturing* *
  • Supply Chain* *
  • Contracts* *
  • Finance*
• Inspire and guide teams operating in high-tempo, multi-site environments

Production & Delivery Management

• Manage the flow of vehicles and hardware into the facility*
• Coordinate project activities to support timely delivery of contractual deliverables*
• Maintain and consolidate program schedules across multiple projects and contracts

Stakeholder & Customer Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact between BAE Systems, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders*
• Present project status, risks, and proposals to program leadership and senior management*
• Deliver project updates during technical and program reviews

Financial & Risk Management

• Ensure projects meet financial commitments related to orders, sales, profit, and cash flow*
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities*
• Implement improvement plans when performance gaps arise*
• Use program metrics to monitor and verify performance against plans

Continuous Improvement

• Capture and apply lessons learned to improve program performance*
• Implement strategies to improve project efficiency and delivery outcomes

Required QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor’s degree plus 6+ years of relevant experience

Experience

• Experience with project planning, execution, monitoring, and controlling processes*
• Experience managing project schedules and budgets

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills*
• Ability to present project updates to internal and external leadership*
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office*
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills*
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through*
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience*
• Project Management certification such as:*
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)* *
  • Program Management Professional (PgMP)* *
  • Other PMI-recognized certifications*
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

Additional Information

• Work Location: Temple, TX (onsite)*
• Travel: Up to 20% domestic travel required*
• Security Clearance: None required*
• Background Check: Required*
• Drug Screen: Required

Pay Rate: Up to $64.03 per hour#ZRCS