Navy & USMC Program Manager — Software & Systems

Ultra Maritime, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

PTO + holidays

401K match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Ultra Intelligence & Communications in Austin (Mission Solutions) seeks a Program Manager to lead software development, systems integration, and sustainment programs for the US Navy and USMC. You will coordinate dispersed teams across Austin, TX and San Diego, CA, ensuring alignment with contract objectives, cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The ideal candidate will hold an Active Secret Clearance, 6+ years in DoD program management, and strong skills in scheduling, cost management, and

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Management, or related discipline.
• 6+ years of DoD program management experience.
• Experience leading software development, systems integration, or technical programs.
• Experience with ECPs, contract modifications, or requirements management.
• Experience developing schedules and cost performance metrics.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple US Navy and/or Marine Corps programs through all phases of contract execution.
• Monitor and manage program cost, schedule, and technical performance to ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Deliver financial performance targets including revenue, margin, forecasts, and earned value metrics.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, and execution baselines.
• Lead software and systems development efforts, engineering integration activities, and fielded capability enhancements.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), contract modifications, and customer‑directed changes.
• Identify, document, and mitigate programmatic and technical risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver program status reports, briefings, and presentations for internal leadership and customers.
• Lead recurring customer meetings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, and milestone reviews.
• Coordinate activities across geographically dispersed teams and functional organizations.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Finance, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations teams to support program execution.
• Manage the development and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), including Program Management Plans, Risk Management Plans, and Monthly Status Reports.
• Support proposal development, basis of estimate creation, and transition‑to‑execution activities for follow‑on efforts and new contract awards.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, teammates, and internal stakeholders.
• Apply sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to address program challenges and changing customer priorities.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

DoD program management

Program management

Travel 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Management, or related discipline

Tools

ECPs process

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Ultra Intelligence & Communications in Austin (Mission Solutions) seeks a Program Manager to lead software development, systems integration, and sustainment programs for the US Navy and USMC. You will coordinate dispersed teams across Austin, TX and San Diego, CA, ensuring alignment with contract objectives, cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The ideal candidate will hold an Active Secret Clearance, 6+ years in DoD program management, and strong skills in scheduling, cost management, and