Program Manager, Space/Defense HP RX
 Westinghouse Electric Company | |
401(k)
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Cranberry Township | |
| 1000 Westinghouse Drive (Show on map) | |
 Oct 23, 2025 | |
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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role: As a Program Manager - Space/Defense you will lead Westinghouse program implementation of Westinghouse Government Services (WGS) contracts for development of heat pipe reactors for government applications, such as space and defense. You will report to the Senior Manager - Technology to Market. This is a hybrid role based in Cranberry, PA. Key Responsibilities: Work with engineering and leadership to manage engagements with partners across Federal Government, engineering, WGS and D&I leadership to demonstrate technology advancement aligned with WGS contracts. Be the primary liaison to WGS for heat pipe reactors and promoting technologies. Oversee development of contracts for WGS supporting heat pipe reactors, including collaboration on scope and estimates PM project delivery and coordinate with team members as relevant. Manage selected subcontractors' contracts to include quality, and budget on deliverables Communicate program updates with internal leadership, and external partners such as the DOE or DOD Manage the interface between engineering, testing, and other customer goals Support technical leaders in the development of the heat pipe development plan Lead team of engineers from multiple disciplines, supply chain, and technicians to implement heat pipe reactor technology development plans Management Establish relationships with partners that meets each party's needs and agreed outcomes. Build capacity and knowledge of each important partner to ensure outcomes by defining lines of communication. Identify partner issues, interests, and concerns to better define program understanding and provide direct technical input/feedback to the engineering team. Maintain partner relationships once established through regular communication activities. Qualifications: B. Sc. degree in Engineering or other technical-related area. 10+ years professional experience in Program and Contract management Program and Contract management skills Track record delivering quality on time and within predictable cost controls General knowledge of nuclear industry and related associations. Organizational experience with planning, budgeting, operations and goals. Knowledge of team building, planning techniques, business management principles and practices. Experience developing partner engagement plans in both private and public sectors. Experience with ITAR, technology control plans, CUI and other defense requirements U.S. Citizenship required We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $130,400 to $163,000 per year. #LI-Hybrid Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
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