Program Manager

ERT, Inc.; Maryland; Remote; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Entarian seeks a Program Manager to support AFRL Space Warfare Directorate. The role, based in the US with remote flexibility, requires leading cross‑functional teams in space weather modeling and RF systems impact assessments, with travel up to 30% to Albuquerque, NM.

Qualified candidates hold an active Secret clearance, a relevant engineering/science degree, and 15+ years in software/systems engineering plus at least 5 years in program management, with strong communication skills and business

Qualifications

• US Active Secret level clearance required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Program Management.
• Overall 15+ years of experience in Software and Systems Engineering.
• Experience with developing business development opportunities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary team of computational scientists and software engineers to develop space weather and space environment modeling and assess impacts on RF-based systems.
• Support and lead a team supporting advanced modeling and analysis for space weather and space environment applications.
• Direct technical and programmatic efforts involving computational science, software engineering, and RF systems impact assessment.
• Manage program execution and coordination across technical disciplines in a hybrid work environment.

Skills

Security clearance: Secret

Program management experience

Software and systems engineering

Business development opportunities

Communication skills (oral & written)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field

Job description

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Entarian is seeking a Program Manager to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.

Program Manager

ID: 2026-10016

Type: Full Time W/Benefits Ret Match

Location: US-MD-Remote

Security Clearance: Secret

Salary range: $175,000.00 - $200,000.00

This position is physically located in Albuquerque, NM. Other remote locations in the United States will be considered. Up to 30% travel to Albuquerque NM, might be required.

Responsibilities

• Leading an interdisciplinary team of computational scientists and software engineers using a cross‑functional problem‑solving approach to develop space weather and space environment modeling and assess impacts on RF‑based systems.
• Support and lead a team supporting advanced modeling and analysis initiatives for space weather and space environment applications.
• Direct technical and programmatic efforts involving computational science, software engineering, and RF systems impact assessment.
• Manage program execution and coordination across technical disciplines in a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• US Active Secret level clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or another relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience Program Management
• Overall 15+ years of experience of Software and Systems Engineering experience
• Experience with developing business development opportunities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Masters' or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or another relevant field.
• PMP certification
• Experience or background in space weather science or ionosphere physics and RF communication and radar.
• Experience architecting Kubernetes solutions and other foundational AWSGovCloud technology.
• Familiarity with Fortran programming and experience using HPC such as OpenMP or GPU programming using CUDA framework.

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission‑critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission‑aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

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