Program Manager- Radars

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Program Manager in Aberdeen, MD for the Product Manager Multi‑Mission Surveillance Systems (M2S2) contract. The role involves overseeing the entire program execution and providing needed support across various operational areas.

The ideal candidate will need a Bachelor's degree and at least ten years of program management experience, preferably in radar systems. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years experience as a Program Manager.
• Experience supporting Radar Programs preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support to a DoW program office.
• Analyze integrated program schedules and key execution metrics.
• Prepare detailed briefings and reports for government leadership.

Skills

Program Management

Radar Systems

Microsoft Office

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Program Manager- Radars (M2S2):

Bowhead is seeking a Program Manager for the upcoming Product Manager (PdM) Multi‑Mission Surveillance Systems’ (M2S2) contract in Aberdeen, MD. In this role, Bowhead will provide services to support PdM M2S2 in the following areas: programmatic, technical, engineering, testing, logistics, maintenance, training, integration, business management, administrative, and operational program support. These services will assist PdM M2S2 in successful product development, acquisition, sustainment, supportability, fabrication, overhaul, fielding, training, de‑fielding, and administration.

The Program Manager will serve as the overall lead, manager, and administrator for the contracted effort, overseeing all aspects of program execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support to a DoW program office throughout the complete lifecycle of a complex system, preferably radar systems.
• Analyze integrated program schedules, tracking and analyzing key execution metrics, and identifying and synchronizing cross‑functional interdependencies.
• Prepare detailed briefings, reports, and decision support materials for government leadership.
• Manage and coordinate contractor personnel in support of contract execution and lead the contractor team to meet all program objectives and contractual requirements by providing comprehensive and effective support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of ten (10) years experience as a Program Manager; Four (4) additional years of related experience will substitute for Bachelor's degree.
• Experience supporting Radar Programs preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Required

Must be able to maintain a clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Secret clearance at this location.