Principal Program Manager

Job overview

The Principal Program Manager is an onsite role based in Georgetown, NY, with a salary range of $165,700 - $223,800 per year. This position supports the Surveillance U.S. division at Saab, a company dedicated to helping nations keep their people and society safe. The role is responsible for the profitable execution of program portfolios, including cost, schedule, and technical performance. The manager will develop business growth strategies, lead proposal efforts, and provide leadership to staff to ensure high-quality product delivery.

What you'll do

• Establish and control program budgets and schedules
• manage NRE labor and material procurements
• oversee maintenance and support of Saab products
• drive Earned Value Management (EVMS) initiatives
• manage subcontractor performance
• develop competitive proposals
• mentor junior program managers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

georgetown ny

saab

program management

defense

security

evms

secret clearance

onsite

15% travel

$165k-$223k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• tuition and student loan assistance
• paid time off
• disability coverage
• employee stock purchase opportunities.

Why this role

Requires 16-20+ years of experience and ability to obtain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.

About the employer

Saab is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.