Program Manager (Integrator)

Defense Contract Management Agency

$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of specialized experience in Program Management or related fields.
  • Experience with Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs) and/or Special Access Programs (SAPs).
  • Ability to lead multi-functional teams of engineers and contractors.
  • Proficiency in evaluating contractor compliance with program requirements.
  • Understanding of acquisition strategy principles and integrated management programs.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Program Integrator for complex DoD weapons system programs.
  • Act as the single point of contact for the Contract Management Office regarding MDAPs.
  • Provide technical guidance on program execution and performance evaluations.
  • Conduct predictive analysis on program costs and schedules.
  • Advise the CMO Commander on Program Management across disciplines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees.
  • Possibility of flexible tour of duty.
  • Access to continuous learning opportunities and certifications.
  • Programs supporting military spouses working remotely.
  • Commitment to public service and the societal ideals of the U.S. government.
Full Job Description
Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.

Duties

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  • Serve as Program Integrator (PI) for a highly complex Department of Defense (DoD) weapons system program such as a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) and/or Special Access Program (SAP).
  • Represent the Contract Management Office (CMO) as the single point of contact to the buying commands for the most complex complete major weapons systems, defined as MDAP.
  • Provide technical guidance regarding the total program execution, evaluation and reporting of complex reviews regarding a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) program's cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Perform predictive analysis of an overall independent contractual/program Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimated Completion Date (ECD).
  • Serve as principal civilian technical advisor to the CMO Commander on matters relating to the Program Management across all functions relating to the management of the program.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
  • Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.


Qualifications

To qualify for a Program Manager (Integrator), your resume and supporting documentation must support:

A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:

  • Providing comprehensive oversight and direction for multiple, concurrent projects.
  • Leading a multi-functional team, including but not limited to, Engineers, Quality Assurance Technicians, Industrial Specialists, Software Specialists, and Contracting personnel.
  • Applying acquisition strategy principles and methods to ensure success of comprehensive, integrated acquisition management programs.
  • Evaluating contractor compliance against program requirements based on contractual agreement(s) and strategic goals.


Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

  • This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: DoDI 1400.25-V300.
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Bargaining Unit: No
  • Selectee may be required to serve a trial/probationary period.
  • Acquisition, Technology & Logistics (AT&L) NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Program Management, Advanced certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years. Click here for more details and Resources.
  • Military spouses working remotely are exempt from in-person work under the conditions explained by OPM's February 12, 2025 memorandum and the March 20, 2025 Frequently Asked Questions.


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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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