Program Manager

Phase2 Technology; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Arlington, VA, seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead our Air Power program management team, designing, implementing, and maintaining processes that guide strategic plans and support services for large DoD contracts.

You will organize and coordinate program objectives, manage budgets and staffing, and guide a team through challenges while advancing your client’s mission and applying proven PM methodologies.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in program execution.
• 5+ years leading DoD/DAF/DoW programs with contracts > $50M (FFP).
• TS/SCI clearance and a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Business Administration.
• PMP Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team by designing, implementing, and maintaining processes that guide strategic plans and support services.
• Coordinate program objectives while navigating requirements, budget constraints, and staffing challenges.
• Identify opportunities to grow the business by supporting the client’s mission in the Air Power domain.
• Apply program management methodologies to improve problem management and strategic planning.

Skills

Program management

Risk management

Resource allocation

Team leadership

Contract management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Business Administration

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Business Administration

ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Certification

Job description

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An effective program requires a manager who is passionate about guiding it through the complexities of its lifecycle. It requires someone who is dedicated to identifying challenges, mitigating risks, and supporting a team with vision and focus. That’s why we need you, a seasoned program manager, who can ensure our strategic deterrence and nuclear integration team achieves success.

As a lead program manager for our team, you’ll lead our team by designing, implementing, and maintaining impactful processes and procedures that guide the strategic plans and support services effort. The client will trust you to organize and coordinate program objectives, while your team will look to you for direction as they navigate requirements, budget constraints, and staffing challenges. As an authority in the Air Power market, you’ll identify opportunities to grow the business by supporting your client’s mission. You’ll also broaden your expertise in problem management, strategic planning, reviewing contracts, and more. This is your chance to impact and support our nation’s strategic deterrence and nuclear integration effort while sharing your knowledge and expertise of program management methodologies.

Work with us as we help the U.S. Air Force execute its nuclear deterrence mission.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

YOU HAVE

• 15+ years of experience in program execution
• 5+ years of experience specializing in Department of Air Force (DAF) and Department of War (DoW) programs with contracts exceeding $50M and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) agreements
• Experience allocating resources efficiently across projects and teams
• Experience monitoring program progress, identifying risks, and ensuring projects meet quality, budget, and timeline goals
• Experience ensuring individual projects complement each other and contribute to the overall program success
• Ability to develop a comprehensive program roadmap aligned with organizational objectives
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Business Administration
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Cetification

Nice If You Have

• Experience with HQ USAF, Joint Staff, STRATCOM, or AFGSC
• Knowledge of innovative approaches to ensure program success, efficiency, and mission-aligned results
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Business Administration
• ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Certification

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Program Manager

The Opportunity

An effective program requires a manager who is passionate about guiding it through the complexities of its lifecycle. It requires someone who is dedicated to identifying challenges, mitigating risks, and supporting a team with vision and focus. That’s why we need you, a seasoned program manager, who can ensure our strategic deterrence and nuclear integration team achieves success.

As a lead program manager for our team, you’ll lead our team by designing, implementing, and maintaining impactful processes and procedures that guide the strategic plans and support services effort. The client will trust you to organize and coordinate program objectives, while your team will look to you for direction as they navigate requirements, budget constraints, and staffing challenges. As an authority in the Air Power market, you’ll identify opportunities to grow the business by supporting your client’s mission. You’ll also broaden your expertise in problem management, strategic planning, reviewing contracts, and more. This is your chance to impact and support our nation’s strategic deterrence and nuclear integration effort while sharing your knowledge and expertise of program management methodologies.

Work with us as we help the U.S. Air Force execute its nuclear deterrence mission.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.