Sr. Program Manager

CACI; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Time off benefits

Job summary

CACI seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead a flagship Space and Sensing RF collection system program in Sterling, VA. You will own cost, schedule, and technical performance across 5–10 concurrent tasks, engaging government stakeholders and DPAS-rated suppliers.

This on-site role requires strong leadership and discipline to ensure mission readiness. The role includes coordinating cross-functional teams of RF, software, mechanical, and test engineers, with travel to supplier facilities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.
• US Citizenship with active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of program execution including cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk management with accountability for EAC.
• Drive development and integration of RF collection systems and antenna payloads.
• Coordinate DPAS-rated procurements, technical evaluations, FATs, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with RF, software, mechanical, and test engineers to ensure integration success.
• Oversee testing, analyze results, and guide corrective actions.
• Prepare customer briefs, program reviews, and CDRL deliverables.
• Maintain disciplined contract management across mixed CPFF/FFP contracts.
• Lead and develop a cross-functional team with hiring and staff development responsibilities.
• Sustain readiness with safety, ITAR/EAR compliance, and export controls.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

RF/SIGINT expertise

Vendor management

Financial management

Communication skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Program Manager

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI's Space and Sensing Division is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead one of our flagship Special Intelligence RDT&E efforts supporting Space Force mission readiness. The program is a ~$25M/year, >30-person effort 5-10 concurrent task orders responsible for the development, integration, testing, and delivery of advanced RF collection systems, large-aperture antenna systems, and associated software/hardware architectures. The PM will own cost, schedule, and technical performance for high-visibility deliveries, drive execution with Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS)-rated suppliers, serve as the primary interface to government stakeholders, and lead a multidisciplinary engineering team through complex development cycles. The incumbent is transitioning into a new leadership role within the division and will support a structured handoff. This is a high-tempo leadership role that requires strong systems understanding, customer engagement, and disciplined program execution. The position is on-site in Sterling, VA with up to 25% travel to supplier facilities and customer/integration sites.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of program execution including cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk/opportunity management, with P&L and Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) accountability
• Drive development and integration of RF collection systems, antenna payloads, and mechanical/electrical assemblies
• Coordinate vendor engagement, including DPAS-rated (DO/DX) procurements, technical evaluations, site surveys, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and delivery schedules
• Collaborate closely with RF, software, mechanical, and test engineers to ensure technical compliance and integration success
• Oversee performance, environmental, and system-level testing; analyze results, document issues, and guide corrective actions
• Prepare and deliver customer progress briefs, monthly program reviews, design review (PDR/CDR) packages, CDRL deliverables, and technical reports
• Maintain disciplined contract management, including task order execution, funding burn, deliverables, and documentation on a mixed CPFF / FFP contract vehicle
• Lead and develop a cross-functional team, with responsibility for hiring, performance management, and staff development; maintain alignment with customer priorities, and ensure clear communication across stakeholders
• Sustain program readiness by improving test processes, maintaining regulatory and export-control (ITAR/EAR) compliance, and ensuring safety protocols across integration and onsite activities
• Identify and pursue growth opportunities, including scope modifications, technical enhancements, follow-on efforts, and recompete positioning

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field, and 10+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience managing complex engineering programs (RF, SIGINT, space sensor/payload, or related DoD/IC development efforts)
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams
• Experience with system testing, verification, environmental testing, and vendor management
• Experience managing program financials, including EACs, funding burn, and cost-type contract execution
• Excellent communication, briefing, and customer-engagement skills
• US Citizen with active TS/SCI security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited))
• PMP Certification
• 7+ years of systems/program management experience supporting SIGINT, Space, or RDT&E programs
• Direct experience with antenna systems, RF/sensor systems, and system-level integration and test workflows
• Ability to interpret technical test data and drive root-cause analysis and corrective action

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

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:

$131,800 - $290,000

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.