New 
Deputy Program Manager - Black Mountain, NC
 Kearfott Corporation | |
sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, North Carolina, Black Mountain | |
| 2858 US Highway 70 West (Show on map) | |
 Aug 14, 2025 | |
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Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients.
Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements. Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, sick leave pay, vacation pay, 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We also offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider. For more information visit our website at www.kearfott.com Deputy Program Manager Role Overview: Deputy Program Manager supports the planning, execution, and oversight of complex defense and aerospace programs. Working under a senior PM or Program Director, they help coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure contract and regulatory compliance, manage schedules, and track performance metrics for various programs. Key Responsibilities: * Assist in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. * Track project deliverables using tools like MS Project or Earned Value Management (EVM). * Communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers. * Support proposal development, contract execution, and compliance with ITAR, DFARS, and other regulations. * Monitor program milestones, generate status reports, and support internal reviews. * Coordinate change management and configuration control processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field. * 1-3 years of experience in project coordination or engineering roles. * Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and government contracting. * Strong organizational and communication skills. * Proficiency in MS Office, scheduling tools, and possibly Earned Value tools like Cobra or Deltek. * Security clearance is a plus. * Must be a US Citizen. * PMP certification is a plus. This position is onsite (100%) at our Black Mountain NC facility. Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans | |