Onsite MD: Lead AI-Enabled Software Programs Manager

Nightwing; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 147,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead AI-enabled software development teams, driving innovation with AI/ML to advance national security missions. You will manage cross-functional delivery, align with government priorities, and ensure secure DevSecOps practices.

This onsite role at our Maryland facility offers opportunity to mentor engineers and shape scalable, mission-critical systems. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in software or CNO, 5+ years in program management, PMP, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related STEM field.
• 10+ years in software development, information security, or CNO.
• 5+ years of program/project management leading Agile teams.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Proven staffing track record (>90%).
• Technical fluency in Python, C/C++, JavaScript/PHP; containers; CI/CD.
• Strong Agile/Scrum coordination.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor cross-functional Agile teams building AI-enabled software.
• Drive program execution: performance, cost, and schedule with staffing.
• Champion AI/ML integration into the software development lifecycle.
• Coordinate technical strategy with government stakeholders.
• Manage program metrics and measurable performance improvements.
• Foster innovation with language models to streamline development.
• Ensure secure development within DevSecOps practices.
• Build and retain talent in AI/ML and CNO capabilities.
• Facilitate collaboration across product lines and mission partners.

Skills

AI/ML integration

Agile/Scrum leadership

Programming: Python

Programming: C/C++

Programming: JavaScript/PHP

DevSecOps

Staffing optimization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Master's degree in IA/CS/Cybersecurity

PMP certification

TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Containerization

Docker

Job description

Nightwing seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead AI-enabled software development teams, driving innovation with AI/ML to advance national security missions. You will manage cross-functional delivery, align with government priorities, and ensure secure DevSecOps practices.

This onsite role at our Maryland facility offers opportunity to mentor engineers and shape scalable, mission-critical systems. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in software or CNO, 5+ years in program management, PMP, and