Principal Program Manager

Job overview

The Principal Program Manager is an onsite role based in Syracuse, NY, with a salary range of $165,700 - $223,800 per year. This position is within the Surveillance U.S. division at Saab, a leading defense and security company, and is responsible for the profitable execution of program portfolios. The role exists to drive business growth and ensure the successful delivery of military and commercial radar systems. The manager will oversee program budgets, schedules, and technical performance while fostering relationships with customers and industry partners to identify new business opportunities.

What you'll do

• Accountable for cost, schedule, and technical performance
• establish program budgets and schedules
• manage NRE labor and material procurements
• identify and manage risks
• drive Earned Value Management
• oversee subcontractor performance
• support business growth strategies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

syracuse ny

saab

program management

radar systems

defense

security

$165,700-$223,800/yr

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• tuition assistance
• paid time off
• disability coverage.

Why this role

Requires 16-20+ years of experience and advanced knowledge of program management standards (EVMS, cost accounting).

About the employer

Saab is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.