Program Manager - Defense Software (Active Secret)

Nickerson Talent Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickerson Talent Solutions in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead DoD software development, systems integration, and sustainment programs for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

The role requires active Secret clearance and a track record managing complex software and systems projects in defense environments. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer requirements, and drive program execution from planning through

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance and ability to maintain the clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, CS, Management or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 6+ years of DoD project or program management experience.
• Experience managing software development, systems integration, engineering, or technical programs.
• Experience with Engineering Change Proposals, contract modifications, or requirements management.
• Experience with program scheduling, cost management, and performance metrics.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 20 percent domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple DoD programs or projects through all phases of contract execution.
• Manage program cost, schedule, technical performance, revenue, margin, forecasts, and performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, execution baselines, and performance objectives.
• Lead software development, systems integration, engineering integration, and sustainment activities.
• Manage Engineering Change Proposals, contract modifications, requirements changes, and customer-directed changes.
• Identify, track, and mitigate programmatic and technical risks and opportunities.
• Lead customer meetings, Integrated Product Team meetings, milestone reviews, and program briefings.
• Coordinate geographically dispersed technical and cross-functional teams across Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Procurement, and Operations.
• Manage program documentation including Program Management Plans, Risk Management Plans, and Monthly Status Reports.
• Support proposal development, basis of estimate development, follow-on opportunities, and new contract awards.

Skills

DoD program management

Software development management

Systems integration

Contract modifications

Requirements management

Scheduling & cost management

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, CS, Management

Job description

Nickerson Talent Solutions in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead DoD software development, systems integration, and sustainment programs for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

The role requires active Secret clearance and a track record managing complex software and systems projects in defense environments. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer requirements, and drive program execution from planning through