Program/Operations Manager, Senior

Davis Defense Group, Inc.; Wildewood (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Defense Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager (Contingent) on-site at Patuxent River, MD. You will lead complex ACAT I/II contracts, coordinate cross-functional teams, and manage scope, budgets, and timelines under a top-secret framework.

The role requires 10+ years of program management experience, strong change management skills, and proven leadership. This position is contingent upon award and offers on-site support in Maryland.

Qualifications

• Senior - over 10 years of combined experience performing duties described in the functional description with at least 5 of those years overseeing contractor execution and resources.
• Strong change management principles and performance evaluation processes.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong customer relationship skills and expectation management.
• Attention to detail, organization, leadership, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Act as the overall lead, manager, and administrator for the contracted effort of ACAT I and II programs or across multiple teams.
• Plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plans, budgets, and timing for new initiatives.
• Manage program and project deliverables for ROI and coordinate cross-project initiatives.
• Identify requirements from cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Develop and manage project timelines and be accountable for objectives.
• Identify risks and opportunities across projects and produce reports.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Risk management

Education

MS/MA in business-related field

Tools

NAVY procedures

Costing

Scheduling

Job description

Description

Position Title: Program Manager, Senior(Contingent)

Requisition #: 297

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.

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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