Program Manager

cortina; West Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) Matching

Flexible PTO

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Professional Development

Job summary

Cortina Solutions is seeking a high-impact Program Manager to lead a complex NSWC PCD contract. The role requires owning the mission, overseeing multi-domain efforts in naval warfare tech, and guiding teams across modeling and simulation, software engineering and agile development, DevSecOps, and cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in technical/program management, Navy experience preferred, and a strong background in M&S, CONOPS, and related tools. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in technical or operational program management; Navy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of M&S and Tactics development including CONOPS development.
• Software development experience using C#, C++, React, Qt, Python, or MATLAB; Agile/DevSecOps experience.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity policies and RMF development.
• U.S. Citizenship required; active DoD Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and coordination across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Oversee planning, execution, and risk management to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.
• Provide technical and operational input to shape M&S, engineering, and tactics solutions.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and security requirements with transparent reporting.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

M&S & Tactics

Software development

Agile/DevSecOps

Cybersecurity

Navy knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, CS, IT

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

About Us

Be a part of awinning team that provides technical solutions with integrity.Cortina is a government contractor providing technical professional services. But we are so much more than that! Forapproximatelyevery three employees brought on to support the government, we hire an individual froman under-resourced, developing communityand train themto enter the professional job market.

Cortina is very proud of the reach-back it offers to the local community.Not only that, we LOVE our employees and do all we can to ensure they have a great work experience.Come join acompanythat believes in being a part of something bigger than themselves!

Job Description

Cortina Solutions is seeking a high-impact Program Manager to lead and oversee the execution of a complex contract supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). Beyond program management, we are seeking someone who can lead with influence. You must be ready to own the mission, overseeing complex, multi-domain efforts that shape the future of naval warfare technology.

The ideal candidate will be expected to lead with Excellence, serve with Integrity, and approach every problem with a drive to Get Things Done. This requires a blend of program management expertise and technical depth in areas such as modeling and simulation, software engineering & agile development, DevSecOps & cybersecurity, and operational expertise in mine warfare, littoral operations, surface combat, or special warfare.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and coordination. Inspire and align cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve mission objectives while managing stakeholder relations.
• Program management. Oversee planning, execution, and risk management to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.
• Technical and operational input. Integrate technical expertise and operational insight to shape M&S, engineering, and tactics solutions to meet mission needs.
• Compliance and reporting. Ensure strict compliance with contractual, regulatory, and security requirements by maintaining transparent and accurate reporting.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in technical or operational program management. Navy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of M&S and Tactics development to include mission, training, and engineering simulations; fleet certification and post‑mission analysis; and concept of operations (CONOPS) development.
• Software development experience using languages such as C#, C++, React, Qt, Python, or MATLAB; proficiency in Agile or DevSecOps ecosystems is required.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity policies and frameworks, including Risk Management Framework development.
• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory. Candidates are required to have an active DoD Secret clearance upon hire and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Naval surface, littoral, special, and/or mine warfare operations, tactics development, and Fleet support.
• Knowledge of existing Navy Surface Warfare and Mine Warfare M&S tools.
• Familiarity with Quality Management System standards (e.g., ISO 9001:2015) and Safety Program implementation.
• Experience with training development and delivery for military personnel.

Primary location: Panama City, FL. Travel (CONUS or OCONUS) may be required.

This is your chance to lead programs that shape the future of naval warfare. If you’re a bold, results‑driven leader ready to make a difference, we want you on our team.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance
• VSP Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Compatible Health Plan
• Flexible spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Company‑paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Federal Holidays
• Company Match on Employee Non‑Profit Donations
• Professional Development

Background Check Requirement: As our team members work on government sites, all potential candidates are subject to a background screening that fully complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

This position is contingent on contract award.