MANAGER PROGRAMS 3 DDG51 PROGRAM

Location:

Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States

Date: Aug 26, 2025

Req ID: 42545
Team: 88 DDG 51 Program
Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today
With more than 11,000 employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we’ve designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we’re simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that’s cool? Keep reading:

Job Description

This position is direct support to the DDG51 Program Manager. The ideal candidate will be responsible for directing all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule and

technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the

negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of

contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with

customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria and

engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develops new business or

expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master

plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources

or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from

technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

Manages integration effort for DDG51 program to ensure team is aligned internally but also with other programs and organizations. Responsible for management of contract deliverables and program management administration.

Coordinates with all functional support organizations as well as operations teams on solving issues facing the program.

Works closely with the customer on program topics.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of shipyard professional experience; OR Master's Degree and 6 years of shipyard professional experience OR a combination of education and experience in lieu of degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong customer relation skills, both internal and external

Navy shipbuilding project management experience

Cost and schedule management successes

Strategic decision making ability

Ability to think critically

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to adapt to rapidly changing landscape

Presentation development skills

Adept at presenting wide ranges of technical and management content to all levels of management, both internal and external

Strong technical problem solving skills

Ability to respond to actions expeditiously

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co .com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.