Guidehouse

Deputy Program Manager

Guidehouse$113K — $188K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in aviation or 4 years of relevant aviation operations experience
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
  • At least 2 years supporting military, civil, or international aviation programs
  • Experience managing aviation program compliance and documentation

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Deputy Program Manager for a high-profile federal program
  • Support team development and drive process improvements
  • Lead aviation operations ensuring safety and compliance
  • Transform data into actionable recommendations
  • Modernize program management of personnel and technology

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Personal Development
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description
Job Family:
Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Active Secret

What You Will Do:
Serve as Deputy Program Manager for a high-profile federal program, working alongside senior leaders to drive performance and strategy. Support team development and process improvements, especially in foreign affairs and budget alignment. Take the lead on aviation operations, ensuring safe, complaint, and well-coordinated activities in a complex, high-stakes environment. Help turn data into practical recommendations and modernize how the program manages people, work, and technology.

What You Will Need:
  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in an aviation related field or FOUR (4) years aviation operations experience in lieu of the degree
  • FIVE (5) years or more of relevant professional experience, including at least TWO (2) years supporting military, civil, or international aviation programs.
  • Experience managing and coordinating aviation programs, including oversight of flight log maintenance, airworthiness, and documentation compliance in accordance with program requirements.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Active PMP Certification (or equivalent) or comparable certification in aviation operations.
  • Prior experience within a U.S. Embassy Defense Attache Office or a comparable defense liaison environment
  • Advance degree in relevant field
  • FAA certifications or equivalent aviation-safety or management credentials
  • Demonstrated familiarity with FAA regulations, international civilian aviation procedures, and interagency operational coordination


The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend


About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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8,000 employees
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Founded
2018

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