Kongsberg Discovery, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea, and naval. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea.

At KONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.  

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology, and dedication

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What we can offer you:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Fully subsidized health & welfare benefits for employee (discounted costs for family members) with an option of a high-deductible plan that includes an annual employer contribution towards your health savings account ($1500 for family, $750 for employee only, and prorated depending on date of hire)
• Fully subsidized dental and vision coverage
• Up to 5% employer match program
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Career growth opportunities
• Professional and personal development and career opportunities
• Safe and collaborative culture

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery than right now. With us, you will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role as Program Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Kongsberg Discovery is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex maritime autonomy, defense, and underwater technology programs. The Program Manager will serve as the primary interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure successful program execution from contract award through delivery and sustainment.

This position requires a strategic leader capable of managing multiple concurrent programs while balancing technical, financial, schedule, and customer requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, production, operations, logistics, contracts, and business development teams to deliver innovative solutions that support U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and commercial maritime customers.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Kongsberg Discovery is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex maritime autonomy, defense, and underwater technology programs. The Program Manager will serve as the primary interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure successful program execution from contract award through delivery and sustainment.
• This position requires a strategic leader capable of managing multiple concurrent programs while balancing technical, financial, schedule, and customer requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, production, operations, logistics, contracts, and business development teams to deliver innovative solutions that support U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and commercial maritime customers.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead assigned programs through all phases of execution including planning, development, manufacturing, testing, delivery, training, and sustainment.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact for program performance, schedule, risks, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain master schedules, program budgets, resource plans, and execution strategies.
• Manage program financial performance including revenue forecasting, cost tracking, variance analysis, and profitability objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams consisting of engineering, production, quality, supply chain, operations, contracts, and finance personnel.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while maintaining a comprehensive risk management process.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, customer expectations, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Lead program reviews, customer meetings, executive briefings, and milestone assessments.
• Support proposal development, capture activities, and transition of new business opportunities into execution.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and strategic partners supporting program objectives.
• Coordinate logistics, training, field service support, and operational deployment activities as required.
• Establish and maintain key program performance metrics and reporting mechanisms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program execution, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, Maritime Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible program or project management experience.
• Experience managing U.S. Government, Department of Defense, Navy, or maritime technology programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex technical programs.
• Strong understanding of contract management, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and customer engagement skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and program management tools.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Master’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with autonomous systems, unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs), sensors, maritime robotics, or defense systems.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFARS, and U.S. Government contracting practices.
• Military service or direct experience supporting U.S. Navy programs.
• Experience working in an international matrix organization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Effective negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, customers, engineers, and operators.
• Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across global teams.
• Working Conditions
• Primarily home-based with periodic travel to customer locations, manufacturing facilities, test events, and operational sites.
• Domestic and international travel up to 25%.
• Occasional support of field operations, demonstrations, sea trials, and customer exercises.

Pay Range: $135,000 - $160,000 annually, DOE

Work Location: Remote in the Washington, D.C. area

 

KONGSBERG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.