Program Manager, Senior (Contingent)

Davis Defense Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Defense Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager (Contingent) to lead ACAT I/II programs, coordinating across sponsors, project managers, and cross-functional teams.

This role demands deep program management expertise and a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget at an on-site location in Maryland. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of program management experience, including contractor oversight, change management, and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Senior with 10+ years in program management, 5+ years overseeing contractor execution.
• Strong change management, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management experience.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• Detail-oriented with leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with NAVY procedures and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Act as overall lead and manager for ACAT I/II programs and cross-team initiatives.
• Plan scope, deliverables, resources, budget, and timing with sponsors and PMs.
• Oversee contract requirements and contractor performance.
• Interface with government program authorities on technical issues.
• Identify risks, develop timelines, and report to management.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Communication

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Education

MS/MA in business

Tools

NAVY procedures

Job description

Description

Position Title: Program Manager, Senior(Contingent)

Requisition #: 309

Work Environment: On Site

Position Type: Exempt/Contingent

Salary Range: $160,000 - $200,0000 ***This is an estimated salary range. Compensation will be commensurate with experience***

Location: Patuxent River, MD

Clearance Level Required: Top Secret

***This position is contingent upon award. DDG will be seriously considering qualified candidates.***

Davis Defense Group, Inc. has secured a stellar reputation as one of the premier Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) in the aerospace and defense industry, steadfastly supporting the Department of Defense since 2002. A critical combination of vision and dedication to excellence has helped our customers achieve numerous significant milestones on schedule and within budget. Today we employ over 700 personnel around the globe in a mix of analytical, advisory, technical, and support positions. The common thread across our organization is our commitment to our customers and an unwavering dedication to our principle motto: “Mission Focused, Future Ready. Innovating today, Leading tomorrow.”

Functional Description:

DDG is seeking leadership to support NAVAIR PMA customers. Our team, based in California, Maryland, will benefit from an experienced and energetic leader who has the technical aptitude to manage complex and fast-moving Cost Plus Fixed Fee service contracts. These professional services encompass the full spectrum of Program Office support, to include Acquisition, Finance, Business Analysis, IT and Cybersecurity, and a variety of SME support. Highly effective communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a customer-first philosophy are key traits of a successful NAVAIR Program Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as the overall lead, manager, and administrator for the contracted effort of ACAT I and II programs or manages across multiple teams.


• Work closely with project sponsors, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives.


• Manage program and project deliverables for optimal return-on-investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives.


• Identify key requirements needed from cross-functional teams and external vendors.


• Develop and manage project timelines and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives.


• Work with our management teams to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the department.


• Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for management and stakeholders.


• Act as the overall lead, manager, and administrator for the contracted effort.


• Serve as the primary interface and point of contact with government program authorities on technical and program/project issues.


• Oversee contractor execution of the contract requirements.


• Manage acquisition and employment of program/project resources.

Required Experience

• Senior - over 10 years of combined experience performing duties described in the functional description with at least 5 of those years overseeing contractor execution of the contract requirements and managing acquisition and employment of program/project resources.


• Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes.


• Strong program management skills and abilities; including experience in costing, scheduling, staffing, risk management, project/program management techniques and methods.


• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability.


• Strong customer relationship skills and expectation management.


• Strong attention to detail, organizational, multitasking, leadership, and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to anticipate needs and drive success.

Experience should include project management or program management to include:

• implementing policy.


• coordinating complex NAVY procedures.


• developing project budgets.

Desired Experience

At least 5 years of experience managing a large (>15) cross-functional team and overseeing contractor or program execution supporting NAVAIR.

Education Requirements

MS/MA degree from an accredited college in a business-related field.

When we review candidates' information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or a hiring manager may contact you.

Davis Defense Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency in our recruitment and hiring processes. As part of our dedication to these values, DDG does not engage with or entertain the services of third-party recruiting agencies for our staffing needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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