NASA IT Program Director (Hybrid) — Large-Scale Contract

ERT, Inc.; Greenbelt (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching

11 Paid Federal Government Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement and Skills Development

Job summary

ERT, Inc. is seeking a Program Director/Program Manager in Greenbelt, MD to support upcoming NASA projects aimed at modernizing critical IT systems. The successful applicant will oversee program execution for a contract exceeding $200 million, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong leadership and program management expertise, particularly within technologically driven federal programs.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in program management or operations management.
• Experience with NASA, NOAA, or similar technology-focused federal agencies.
• Proven experience managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for program execution of a $200+M contract.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and performance requirements.
• Coordinate across multiple workstreams effectively.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Program management experience

Excellent organizational abilities

Outstanding communication skills

Budgeting and resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Engineering, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project management tools

Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)

Job description

ERT, Inc. is seeking a Program Director/Program Manager in Greenbelt, MD to support upcoming NASA projects aimed at modernizing critical IT systems. The successful applicant will oversee program execution for a contract exceeding $200 million, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong leadership and program management expertise, particularly within technologically driven federal programs.