Naval Sustainment Program Lead

Actalent; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday PTO

Year-end bonus

401k match

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager to lead post-delivery sustainment programs for naval assets. The role involves managing scope, cost, and schedule, and coordinating with Navy and DoD stakeholders in a high-autonomy, startup-like environment.

You will oversee global sustainment activities, maintain performance metrics, and drive recovery plans for schedule and budget. Suitable candidates have extensive DoD program experience and a strong background in EVM, cost control, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Navy/DoD program efforts and complex government relationships.
• Proven track record with Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee contracts.
• Knowledge of FAR and government compliance requirements.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and logistics partners.
• Proficient in EVM, cost forecasting, scheduling, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainment and lifecycle support activities for Navy/DoD assets.
• Manage scope, cost, schedule, risk, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee global fleet sustainment requirements and KPIs.
• Develop forecasts, EACs, variance analyses, and management reporting.
• Coordinate with Navy/Navy program offices and IPTs; report program status.

Skills

Defense program management

CPFF contract management

FAR/government compliance

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Subcontractor/vendor management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager to lead post-delivery sustainment programs for naval assets. The role involves managing scope, cost, and schedule, and coordinating with Navy and DoD stakeholders in a high-autonomy, startup-like environment.

You will oversee global sustainment activities, maintain performance metrics, and drive recovery plans for schedule and budget. Suitable candidates have extensive DoD program experience and a strong background in EVM, cost control, and risk management.