Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or related field.
10+ years in managing major research and development for defense organizations.
10+ years as lead or deputy Program Manager for $100M+ technology programs.
Expertise in full technology lifecycle management: design to testing.
Knowledge in Electromagnetics and Radio Frequencies (5+ years).
Experience working in classified environments (5+ years).
Familiarity with Defense Acquisition System (DoD 5000 series) (5+ years).
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of large-scale RDT&E efforts for defense.
Provide leadership for tech programs or portfolios exceeding $100M.
Manage lifecycle of technology initiatives: design to integration.
Oversee advanced technology program portfolios ensuring performance goals.
Direct significant support services contracts with high complexity.
Collaborate with R&E program managers across defense sectors.
Foster stakeholder relationships and solve programmatic challenges.
Benefits
Engagement in cutting-edge defense research and innovation.
Opportunity to support national security initiatives.
Collaborative work environment with access to senior leadership.
Chance to influence major technology transitions.
Work in a highly classified and innovative setting.
Full Job Description
Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking a Program Manager to support a non-personal services contract providing Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) Engineering and Technical Support (RETS) to the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (USW(R&E)). In this role, the selected candidate will contribute to advancing the Department of War's research, engineering, and technology innovation priorities by supporting key initiatives across science and technology, mission capabilities, and commercial technology integration. This effort supports senior leadership in driving cutting-edge research, prototyping, experimentation, and technology transition to maintain a strategic advantage for the joint force. Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of large-scale research, engineering, and technology development efforts supporting defense priorities.
Provide executive-level program leadership for major technology programs or portfolios exceeding $100M in value, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
Manage the full lifecycle of technology initiatives, including design, development, manufacturing, integration, and testing.
Oversee and coordinate diverse portfolios of advanced technology programs, ensuring performance, cost, and schedule objectives are met.
Direct and manage complex support services contracts of significant size, scope, and complexity.
Operate effectively within highly classified environments, including Special Access Programs (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs.
Collaborate with Research & Engineering (R&E) program managers and stakeholders across the Department of War to drive innovation and capability development.
Apply knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System (DoD 5000 series) to support program execution and acquisition strategies.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders and resolve complex programmatic challenges across organizations.
Lead cross-functional teams and deliver clear, concise briefings and communications to senior leadership.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, Cyber Engineering, AI/ML Engineering, or a related field.
Ten (10) years of experience managing, planning, developing, and executing major research, engineering, and development efforts for defense organizations.
Ten (10) years of experience serving as a lead or deputy Program Manager for major technology programs or portfolios valued at $100M or more.
Demonstrated expertise in managing the full lifecycle of technology development, including design, manufacturing, integration, and testing.
Proven experience managing portfolios of diverse technology development programs.
Five (5) years of experience and foundational knowledge in Electromagnetics and Radio Frequencies.
Five (5) years of experience operating within classified environments, including SAP and SCI programs.
Five (5) years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System (DoD 5000 series).
Demonstrated knowledge of Department of War organizational structure and experience collaborating with R&E program managers.
Ten (10) years of experience in written and verbal communication, including briefing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.
Ten (10) years of experience managing contracts of comparable size, scope, and complexity.
Ten (10) years of experience building stakeholder relationships and resolving complex issues across large organizations.
