Technical Task Order Program Manager, TS/SCI

Blue Sky Innovators; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is seeking a senior program leader with TS/SCI/SAP eligibility to oversee major defense technology programs in the United States.

The role requires leadership across research, development and deployment efforts and significant cross-functional coordination. The position demands a decade of experience managing complex DoD programs, with deep knowledge of acquisition processes and rigorous communications with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years’ experience managing, planning, developing, and executing major research, engineering, and development efforts for defense organizations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the listed engineering/science fields.
• Five (5) years’ experience leading and operating within highly classified environments, including SAP and SCI.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as a lead or deputy Program Manager for major technology programs (> $100M).
• Five (5) years’ experience with the DoD Acquisition System.

Responsibilities

• Lead or deputy lead for major technology programs exceeding $100M in value.
• Manage full lifecycle of technology design, manufacturing, integration and testing.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and brief senior stakeholders.
• Develop strategies for classified program environments and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with DoD program managers and R&E partners.

Skills

TS/SCI SAP eligibility

Leadership & Communication

Program Management

DoD 5000 familiarity

EM/RF knowledge

Education

System Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Physical Sciences

Software Engineering

Cyber Engineering

AI /ML Engineering

Job description

Security Requirements: Final TS/SCI (Special Access Program (SAP) eligible)

Skill/Experience: Ten (10) years’ experience managing, planning, developing, and executing major research, engineering, and development efforts for defense organizations.

Executive Program Leadership: Ten (10) years’ experience as a lead or deputy Program Manager for major technology programs (or a portfolio of programs) exceeding $100M in value.

Demonstrated expertise in managing the entire lifecycle of technology design, manufacturing, integration and testing.

Proven leadership in managing portfolios of diverse technology development programs.

Special Access & Classified Program Expertise: Five (5) years’ experience leading and operating within highly classified environments, including SAP and SCI.

Defense Acquisition & Organizational Knowledge: Five (5) years’ experience with the DoW’s Defense Acquisition System DoD 5000 series.

Demonstrated knowledge of DoW organizational structure and experience collaborating with R&E program managers.

Leadership & Communication: Ten (10) years’ demonstrated experience related to written and oral communication skills, essential for leading cross-functional teams and briefing senior stakeholders.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following areas:

• System Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Physical Sciences
• Software Engineering
• Cyber Engineering
• AI /ML Engineering

Preferred Skills and Experience: Contract and Program Management: Ten (10) years’ experience managing support services contracts of comparable size, scope, and complexity to this task order.

Stakeholder Engagement & Problem Resolution: Ten (10) years’ experience establishing and maintaining strong, collaborative working relationships with stakeholders across the DoW.

Technical Domain Expertise: Five (5) years’ experience and foundational knowledge in the field of Electromagnetics and Radio Frequencies (EM/RF).

Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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