Program Manager

Nightwing

$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience managing government programs in technical or IT settings
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Expertise in program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
  • Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with government customers and stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary contact for government customers and stakeholders
  • Direct the full program lifecycle from initiation to closeout
  • Create and manage comprehensive program schedules, budgets, and resources
  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance standards
  • Identify and mitigate program risks proactively
  • Develop and present program reports and technical documentation
  • Guide the development and implementation of technical solutions in collaboration with engineering teams
  • Lead and mentor cross-functional program teams to drive performance and development
  • Foster collaboration across various organizational functions
  • Establish trusted relationships with government customers and lead strategic engagement efforts

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead complex government programs with significant impact
  • Access to advanced technical projects within the CODEX division
  • Potential for professional growth through team development and mentoring
  • Engagement with government customers and senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting
Full Job Description
Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex government programs within our CODEX division. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong history of delivering advanced technical solutions in federal environments, combined with exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational capabilities.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline
  • Minimum5 years managing government programs in technical or IT environments

Clearance

  • ActiveTS/SCI with CI Polygraph
  • U.S. Citizenship

Core Competencies

  • Proven expertise managing program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and government contracting
  • Exceptional communication abilities with demonstrated success engaging government customers and senior stakeholders
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced, multi-priority environments
  • Proficiency with program management methodologies and tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Federal law enforcement background or experience supporting law enforcement agencies
  • Agile/Scrum methodology experience
  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Direct experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Justice (DOJ), or Intelligence Community (IC) customers
  • Track record managing programs valued at $5M or greater
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Execution
  • Act as the primary interface with government customers and key stakeholders
  • Direct complete program lifecycle from initiation through successful closeout
  • Create and maintain comprehensive program schedules, budgets, and resource plans
  • Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, deliverables, and performance standards
  • Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues
  • Develop and present program status reports, executive briefings, and technical documentation
Technical Oversight
  • Guide technical solution development and implementation strategies
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure deliverables exceed customer requirements
  • Provide technical leadership in decision-making and complex problem resolution
Team Development & Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing cross-functional program teams
  • Cultivate collaboration across engineering, contracts, finance, and supporting organizations
  • Drive performance management initiatives and professional growth opportunities
  • Champion a culture of excellence and innovation
Strategic Customer Engagement
  • Establish and nurture trusted relationships with government customers
  • Lead customer meetings, program reviews, and strategic planning sessions
  • Identify expansion opportunities and contribute to business development efforts
  • Maintain exceptional customer satisfaction and mission success

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