Hybrid Program Manager – ITAR

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About the role

  • Program Manager (ITAR) leading ITAR order fulfilment through global supplier network at Protolabs. Ensuring compliance and process improvements to scale ITAR operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead integration of ITAR procedures between Protolabs Network and Factories; align standards and embed compliance across the business.
  • Build and standardise scalable ITAR processes, including supplier onboarding/management; drive continuous improvement aligned to OMS and internal tools.
  • Enhance the OMS for ITAR workflows (tracking, reporting, processing) in partnership with IT and operations.
  • Coordinate cross‑functional teams (Legal, Sales, Ops, Compliance, IT) and external partners to meet programme goals.
  • Forecast demand and capacity from order and supplier trends; develop scaling plans with Sales and Supply Chain.
  • Own supplier compliance programmes, registrations and performance metrics; maintain records and resolve issues.
  • Define, track and report KPIs for compliance, supplier performance and order fulfilment; turn insights into action.
  • Support review of major contracts and customer requests to ensure ITAR compliance and alignment with company capabilities.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or a related field. A combination of equivalent experience, including a minimum of 5 years' in a manufacturing, Aerospace, or defense-related industry will also be considered.
  • Experience with ITAR, Controlled Exports, and/or other Government regulated manufacturing compliance requirements
  • Experience with NPI processes, OMS development, or Integration and Strategy Development
  • Strong project management skills, including managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder accountability and communication.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration with internal teams and external network partners.
  • Experience in digital manufacturing and/or defense-related manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with ITAR compliance regulations.
  • Familiarity with compliance software, partner management systems, and order processing platforms.
  • Strong technical background in manufacturing processes, especially with external suppliers or networks.
  • Must meet legal requirements as defined for “US Person”
  • Master's degree in a relevant field (Preferred).
  • Deep knowledge of international regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR) (Preferred).
  • Management of ITAR-compliant manufacturing systems and processes (Preferred).
  • Experience with advanced compliance software and ERP systems (Preferred).
  • Background in Lean/Six Sigma for process improvement (Preferred).
  • Proven leadership in managing cross-functional, international teams (Preferred).
  • Experience in strategic planning aligned with company goals (Preferred).
  • Strong analytical skills for data assessment and forecasting (Preferred).
  • Project management or supply chain certifications like PMP/CSCP (Preferred).

Benefits

  • Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid caregiver leave
  • 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
  • 401k with company match and immediate vest
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
  • Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
  • And More!

Job title

Program Manager – ITAR

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$103,900 - $138,600 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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