Deputy Project Manager - Defense Systems & Digital Tech

Detroit Defense; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Company Paid Life and AD&D

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

401k with Company Match

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Detroit Defense in Troy, MI seeks a Deputy Project Manager to oversee embedded software projects for the Department of War (DoW). The role supports the Project Manager, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality compliance while driving day-to-day execution and governance adherence.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in PM-like roles, and PMP/PMI-ACP certifications; a US Secret Clearance is preferred. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field is required.
• Five years of experience in business, finance, sourcing, cross-functional teaming, or PM preferred.
• PMP and/or PMI-ACP certifications highly recommended.
• US Secret Clearance eligibility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of embedded software projects in line with Digital Engineering practices.
• Manage scope, budget, schedule and risk; report program status to leadership.
• Create and maintain status reports, risk registers, and technical requirements.
• Resolve issues, escalate as needed, and optimize resources across programs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders including engineering, contracts, finance, pricing, and others.
• Assist in responses to customer opportunities and information requests.
• Occasional travel to domestic or international customer sites (15%).

Skills

PMP Certification

PMI-ACP Certification

Security Clearance

GCIA Framework

FACE Safety Profile

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in an applicable field

Job description

Detroit Defense in Troy, MI seeks a Deputy Project Manager to oversee embedded software projects for the Department of War (DoW). The role supports the Project Manager, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality compliance while driving day-to-day execution and governance adherence.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in PM-like roles, and PMP/PMI-ACP certifications; a US Secret Clearance is preferred. Occasional travel may be required.