Associate Program Manager

Jobright.ai; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A modern tech company, Jobright.ai, is looking for an Associate Program Manager to support defense-related projects. This role involves managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables while fostering collaboration among diverse teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience in program management within the federal sector. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and communication skills are essential. Join us and contribute to vital projects with the Department of Defense!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Program Management in the federal government sector.
• Demonstrated experience taking and distributing clear and accurate meeting minutes.
• Ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and track project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and milestones.
• Support engineering and program teams in planning and executing projects.
• Prepare and review presentations, status reports, and other communication materials.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

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Job Summary:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration and data analysis for the US Department of Defense. They are seeking an Associate Program Manager to support multiple customer-focused programs, ensuring project teams deliver on-time and on-budget solutions while maintaining communication across engineering teams and program leadership.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintain and track project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and milestones.
2. Support engineering and program teams in planning, coordinating, and executing our DOD Clients’ projects.
3. Prepare, review, and edit presentations, status reports, and other communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.
4. Take ownership of meeting agendas, record accurate meeting minutes, and ensure follow-up actions are documented and tracked to closure.
5. Develop and maintain high-quality spreadsheets for data tracking, budget monitoring, and reporting.
6. Collaborate across diverse technical and business teams to ensure alignment of project objectives, priorities, and timelines.
7. Act as a central communication hub to connect team members, resolve information gaps, and facilitate problem solving across the company.
8. Review plans, identify potential risks or misalignments, and recommend corrective actions.
9. Provide support in preparing proposals, cost estimates, and compliance documentation as needed.
10. Remain curious, engaged, and proactive in learning technical concepts to better support program goals.

Qualifications:

Required:

1. 1+ Years of Experience in Program Management in the federal government sector
2. Bachelors Degree in relevant field
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data analysis) and Microsoft PowerPoint.
4. Demonstrated experience taking and distributing clear and accurate meeting minutes.
5. Ability to work across technical and non-technical teams while fostering collaboration.
6. Exposure to budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for projects.
7. High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
8. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
9. Ability to travel approximately 5%
10. All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred:

1. Experience with project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
2. Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
3. Prior exposure to engineering or technical project environments.
4. Experience with DoD Contracts

Company:

Innovative Defense Technologies is an information technology company that provides software testing and data analysis services. Founded in 2006, the company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management
• Industries: Software Development

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401(k)

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