Secret-Cleared Program Manager – Navy/USMC (Onsite)

Ignite Digital; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Education stipends

Referral bonuses

Federal government project experience

Volunteer engagement culture

Growth-minded colleagues

Job summary

Ignite Digital seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a US Navy/USMC program office in the National Capital Region. This onsite role requires a DoW Secret clearance and a proven track record directing complex, multi‑task professional service programs.

You will oversee distributed teams, manage senior client relationships, and ensure delivery of all contractual requirements, including cost, schedule, and performance targets.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field plus at least 15 years of relevant experience.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience managing and directing professional service programs across defense domains.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and manage contract operations and support functions involving multiple, complex project tasks.
• Lead and manage contract support teams across multiple government and contractor locations.
• Serve as the senior customer interface, maintaining relationships with Navy/USMC program leadership.
• Meet regularly with customer and contractor personnel to develop, refine, and monitor task plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure program activities conform to established cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Develop, implement, and enforce rigorous work standards and procedures.
• Oversee quality assurance activities and communicate organizational goals and policies.
• Provide financial management oversight, including budgeting, tracking, and reporting.
• Supervise and direct staff daily, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and contract specifications.

Skills

Strategic planning

Requirements analysis

Systems engineering

Test and evaluation

ILS (Integrated logistics support)

Acquisition lifecycle management

Systems engineering disciplines

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in Business/CompSci/Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Business/CompSci/Engineering or related field + 15+ years of experience

Job description

Ignite Digital seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a US Navy/USMC program office in the National Capital Region. This onsite role requires a DoW Secret clearance and a proven track record directing complex, multi‑task professional service programs.

You will oversee distributed teams, manage senior client relationships, and ensure delivery of all contractual requirements, including cost, schedule, and performance targets.