Project Manager

CACI; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Project Manager to lead the execution and growth of advanced national-security technology programs for Department of War and Intelligence Community customers. Reporting to a Program Manager, the PM will be accountable for cost, schedule, and technical performance across R&D, integration, production, fielding, sustainment, and mission support.

This role requires 4+ years of experience including program leadership, and active TS/SCI with eligibility to obtain/maintain a

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with eligibility to obtain and maintain polygraph.
• 4+ years of relevant professional experience including at least 2 years leading programs for DoD or IC customers.
• Experience with federal acquisitions and contracting environments (CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, or task-order).
• Strong leadership of cross-functional teams containing technical, operational, contractual, and financial personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end software and hardware product delivery, including oversight of development, integration, production, and deployment phases to meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Lead sustainment operations, ensuring ongoing support, maintenance, and enhancements for delivered products and systems throughout their lifecycle.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration among engineering, field support, operations, contracts, and finance personnel to achieve program goals.
• Monitor and control program budgets, schedules, and risks, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain performance and financial targets.
• Support proposal development, contract growth strategies, and transition of technologies from IRAD and prototyping to production and sustainment.

Skills

Program leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Written communication

Executive briefing

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Project ManagerJob Category: Project and Program ManagementTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the execution and growth of advanced national-security technology programs supporting Department of War and Intelligence Community customers. Reporting to a Program Manager, the Project Manager will be accountable for the cost, schedule, technical performance associated with an assigned program or group of related projects. The portfolio includes research and development, product development, systems integration, production, fielding, sustainment, and mission support activities. The successful candidate will be more than an administrative program manager. This leader will maintain command of program financials, identify emerging risks early, and translate customer needs into executable and fundable work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end software and hardware product delivery, including oversight of development, integration, production, and deployment phases to meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Lead sustainment operations, ensuring ongoing support, maintenance, and enhancements for delivered products and systems throughout their lifecycle.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration among engineering, field support, operations, contracts, and finance personnel to achieve program goals.
• Monitor and control program budgets, schedules, and risks, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain performance and financial targets.
• Support proposal development, contract growth strategies, and transition of technologies from IRAD and prototyping to production and sustainment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 4+ or more years of relevant professional experience, including at least 2 years leading programs, projects, or major technical workstreams for Department of War or Intelligence Community customers.
• Active TS/SCI with eligibility to obtain and maintain polygraph.
• Demonstrated responsibility for a USG program, contract or task order.
  Experience managing program financial performance, including revenue, margin, forecasts, estimates at completion, staffing, funding, and variance analysis.
• Experience managing technical development, systems integration, production, sustainment, or mission-support programs.
• Working knowledge of federal acquisition and contracting environments, including experience with one or more contract types such as CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, or task-order contracts.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams containing technical, operational, contractual, and financial personnel.
• Ability to organize ambiguous or evolving customer requirements into structured plans, assigned responsibilities, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, written communication, and executive-briefing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify deteriorating program conditions, develop corrective-action plans, and lead teams through recovery.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and program scheduling (MS Project desired) or collaboration tools.
  

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$78,700 - $165,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.