Software Development Project Manager

Ignite Digital; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 112,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Education stipends

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ignite Digital in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate to lead planning, execution, and delivery of legacy Navy application maintenance. The position requires substantial experience in C4ISR software maintenance, along with an active DoD SECRET clearance.

Applicants should have a relevant Bachelor's degree, managerial experience, and the ability to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders in a senior project management capacity.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience supporting C4ISR software maintenance programs.
• 8 years with technology-based projects and solutions.
• 4 years managing software development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of Navy application maintenance activities.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, and performance.
• Coordinate testing and software installation efforts.

Skills

Active DoD SECRET clearance

Software development and maintenance

Project management

Information technology solutions

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Job description

Perks Of Working At Ignite Digital

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of legacy Navy application and software maintenance and sustainment activities.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, cost, and performance, ensuring alignment with customer objectives.
• Manage multidisciplinary software development and maintenance teams.
• Coordinate installation, integration, and testing efforts for software releases.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and technical and management deliverables.
• Support proposal development, cost estimations, and bid preparation as required.
• Build effective relationships with government stakeholders, subcontractors, and teaming partners.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DoD acquisition standards, and Ignite Digital internal processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business.
• Active DoD SECRET clearance at time of hire.
• 10 years of direct experience supporting C4ISR software maintenance programs.
• 8 years of direct experience with:
  • Information technology–based projects and solutions
  • Software design, development, and production
  • Installation and test & evaluation of software maintenance solutions
• 4 years as a manager of software development and maintenance projects, including:
  • Supervising project personnel and/or technical teams
  • Scheduling and coordinating project work
  • Writing proposals and preparing bids
• Ordering and/or transporting technical equipment and materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with DoD C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems.
• Other relevant industry experience may be considered with COR approval.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities commensurate with a senior project management role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage concurrent priorities.
• Effective communicator capable of presenting technical and programmatic information clearly.
• Proven problem‑solving skills supporting modernization, sustainment, and C4ISR‑related initiatives.

Salary: $125k+ to align with experience and education.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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