SAIC

Project Manager - Drone Dominance Program

SAIC • $90K — $130K *
Bedford, IN 47421In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field and 15 years of experience
  • 5-7 years of project management experience with DoD programs
  • Experience in managing Test & Evaluation programs and UAS/drone activities
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, regulations, and policies
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent tools
  • Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day management of the Drone Dominance program team
  • Develop and maintain Project Management Plans (PMPs) and schedules
  • Oversee Test & Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs) and test report coordination
  • Track schedules, milestones, and deliverables for test events
  • Plan and manage logistics for test events and program reviews
  • Coordinate travel and facility arrangements for program activities
  • Monitor program performance and provide status reports to government leadership
  • Prepare necessary briefings, reports, and documentation

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holiday leave
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Drone Dominance Program by overseeing a multidisciplinary team responsible for Test & Evaluation (T&E) plans coordination, event logistics, and Government project management support. The PM serves as the primary point of contact between the contractor team and government stakeholders, ensuring all deliverables are met on time, within scope, and within budget. This role is onsite in Bedford, IN.

Key responsibilities:
  • Lead day-to-day oversight and management of the Drone Dominance program team
  • Develop and maintain Project Management Plans (PMPs), schedules, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
  • Oversee coordination and execution of Test & Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test plans, and test reports
  • Track T&E schedules, milestones, and deliverables across multiple test events
  • Plan and manage all logistics for test events, demonstrations, exercises, and program reviews
  • Coordinate travel, transportation, equipment, and facility arrangements for all program activities
  • Provide direct support to Government Program Managers and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs)
  • Monitor program performance, identify risks, and provide regular status reports to Government leadership
  • Prepare briefings, white papers, reports, and program documentation as required
    Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements, deliverables, and deadlines


Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field plus fifteen (15) years of experience
  • Minimum 5-7 years of project management experience supporting DoD programs
  • Experience managing Test & Evaluation programs and UAS/drone activities
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, regulations, and policies
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent project management tools
  • Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Active Secret Security Clearance


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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