PROGRAM INTEGRATOR

Ignite Now; Andover (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite Now is seeking a Program Integrator to support the Global Tactical Edge Directorate (GTEAD) in multiple onsite locations, including Picatinny, NJ. The role requires extensive DoD acquisition experience and an active SECRET clearance, with collaboration across operations, engineering, and acquisition teams.

The candidate will engage staff to define capability gaps, coordinate with program offices on tech solutions, and support demonstrations, briefs, and strategic transitions critical to

Qualifications

• 20 years experience in DoD acquisition programs, headquarters or enabling organizations.
• Experience supporting ACAT or major acquisition programs, Urgent Operational Needs, adaptive acquisition programs, and/or capability development efforts.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Active SECRET clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with operational staff to identify capability gaps and mission needs.
• Coordinate with program offices to identify technologies that address operational challenges.
• Support operational demonstrations and experimentation activities.
• Prepare updates and briefings for operational and acquisition leadership.
• Facilitate collaboration between operational units, engineers, and acquisition organizations.

Skills

Program Management

Communication

Coordination

Operational liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

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Job Title

PROGRAM INTEGRATOR

Category

Project Management

Job Type

Full-Time, Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Job Description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven Program Integrator’s to join our team supporting Global Tactical Edge Directorate (GTEAD), in the following locations: Aberdeen, Maryland (PAE C2/CC2), Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina (ARCENT); and Picatinny, New Jersey (PAE Agile Sustainment). This position is expected to be an onsite requirement.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• § Engage with operational staff to identify capability gaps and mission needs.
• § Coordinate with program offices to identify technologies that address operational challenges.
• § Support operational demonstrations and experimentation activities.
• § Prepare updates and briefings for operational and acquisition leadership.
• § Facilitate collaboration between operational units, engineers, and acquisition organizations.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Support operational headquarters by connecting theater capability needs with Army acquisition organizations. The Program Integrator works with operational staff, engineers, and program offices to translate mission needs into coordinatd capability development and technology transition opportunities.

Experience: SME: 20 years experience in DoD acquisition programs, headquarters or enabling organizations.

• § Experience supporting ACAT or major acquisition programs, Urgent Operational Needs, adaptive acquisition programs, and/or capability development efforts
• § Strong communication and coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• § DAWIA Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, or Business certification and/or similar industry certification
• § Former acquisition professional or operational officer with program office experience.
• § Experience working with operational commands or Combatant Command staff.
• § Background in rapid capability development or technology demonstrations.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active SECRET Clearance

Education Requirements

Bachelors Degree in related field.

Other Requirements

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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