Executive Program Manager — Naval Weapons Systems

Systems Application & Technologies Inc; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) seeks an elite Executive Program Manager to oversee a high-value DoD Weapons and Systems Integration contract at NAWS China Lake, CA.

You will ensure program execution, budget health, and strategic growth while coordinating with Navy civilian directors and procurement officers. The role requires 12+ years in defense acquisition, multi-site management, PMP/DAWIA, and strong EVMS/IMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• MS/MA in Business, Management or relevant technical field; substitution allowed with BS + 4 years experience.
• 12+ years in Defense Acquisition, 3+ years in Navy Acquisition management.
• 12+ years of direct defense program management overseeing large Navy/NAVAIR programs.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Active DoD security clearance suitability and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Contractual governance with cost, schedule, and technical accountability.
• Manage multi-million dollar program budgets and EVMS health metrics.
• Interface with Procuring Contracting Officer and COR.
• Provide strategic leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.
• Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and technical risks.

Skills

Program Management

Defense Acquisition

PMP or DAWIA

EVMS & IMS

Executive Communication

Leadership / Supervision

Stakeholder Interface

Budget Oversight

Education

MS/MA in Business or Tech

BS/BA with 4 years related exp substitution

Tools

EVMS Tools

Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

Federal Contracting Software

Job description

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) seeks an elite Executive Program Manager to oversee a high-value DoD Weapons and Systems Integration contract at NAWS China Lake, CA.

You will ensure program execution, budget health, and strategic growth while coordinating with Navy civilian directors and procurement officers. The role requires 12+ years in defense acquisition, multi-site management, PMP/DAWIA, and strong EVMS/IMS proficiency.