Senior Program Manager

Decision Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and VIs​

Employee Assistance Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Certifications

Job summary

Decision Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager in Arlington, VA for a 100% on-site role. The candidate will lead missile program engineering, acquisition and logistics, manage budgets, and supervise a team including subcontractors to meet contract goals.

Required are a DoD secret clearance and extensive PM experience on Navy programs, with leadership and communication skills to brief senior leaders and manage customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in a technical or business discipline.
• 30 years of total Navy weapon or combat systems engineering or acquisition experience.
• At least 15 years of program management experience on government engineering or acquisition programs.
• DAWIA Level II, PMP or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead missile program engineering, acquisition, and logistics activities and manage budgets.
• Oversee multiple subcontractors to meet mission objectives for Navy programs.
• Staff and recruit to meet contract requirements; manage subcontractor tasking and funding.
• Provide regular customer status reports monthly and quarterly.
• Manage contract financials, budgets, and execution; participate in reviews and status meetings.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and pursue contract growth for weapons business.

Skills

Leadership

Program Management

Strategic Planning

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Technical or Business discipline

DAWIA Level II / PMP or equivalent

Job description

About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision‑making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In‑Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem‑solvers on focused on performance with industry‑leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!

We are seeking a qualified Senior Program Manager in Arlington, VA. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work situations. This is a 100% on‑site, in‑office position.

Position Description:

The selectee will perform as the Decision Technologies Senior Program Manager for a US Navy Weapons Engineering and Program Acquisition Support contract.

YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE / TOP SECRET PREFERRED

Responsibilities

• Leadership and management for missile program engineering, acquisition, and logistics activities, ensuring successful accomplishment of tasking and budget execution
• Managing the activities of the Decision Tech team, including multiple subcontractors, to meet the mission and objectives of the customer's missile and weapons programs
• Provide adequate recruitment and staffing to meet customer and contract requirements. Management of subcontractor tasking, funding, coordination, and execution
• Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly customer status reporting
• Provide management of the contract financial team to develop budgets and manage financial execution
• Participate in weekly, monthly, and quarterly corporate financial reviews and program status reviews
• Maintain excellent customer relationships, ensure customer satisfaction, and respond to new customer requirements
• Establish and satisfy short‑and‑long‑term contract goals
• Support contract capture and growth as the lead Program Manager for our Weapons business area

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a Technical or Business discipline
• 30 years' total experience in Navy weapon or combat systems engineering or acquisition
• At least 15 years as a Program Manager of a government engineering or acquisition program
• DAWIA Level II, PMP, or equivalent Program Management certification

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with program management, contracts, acquisition, engineering development, testing, analysis, fielding, and logistics support for specific Navy terminal defense systems such as RAM and CIWS.
• Experience managing complex combat system development and acquisition programs
• Experience briefing senior leaders on program plans and status
• Experience managing large $50M+ contracts with high‑levels of customer exposure and intensive customer/corporate engagement
• Knowledge of FMS and international programs and experience with international customers
• Ability to work effectively with team members and subcontractors from various technical, acquisition, and administrative disciplines
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to develop and deliver coherent and concise customer presentations

Travel Requirements:

• Limited travel requirements (<10%)

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)

• Company paid Short‑Term, Long‑Term, Life and AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.