Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide leadership and oversight for a legacy Navy web-based application program in support of NIWC Atlantic and DoW software maintenance efforts in the Norfolk, VA area. The selected candidate will serve as a key personnel resource responsible for managing technical teams, program schedules, cost performance, deliverables, and customer engagement across complex C4ISR software sustainment activities.
Responsibilities:- Lead planning, execution, and delivery of legacy Navy application and software maintenance and sustainment activities.
- Oversee project scope, schedule, cost, and performance, ensuring alignment with customer objectives.
- Manage multidisciplinary software development and maintenance teams.
- Coordinate installation, integration, and testing efforts for software releases.
- Prepare project documentation, reports, and technical and management deliverables.
- Support proposal development, cost estimations, and bid preparation as required.
- Build effective relationships with government stakeholders, subcontractors, and teaming partners.
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DoD acquisition standards, and Ignite Digital internal processes
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business.
- Active DoD SECRET clearance at time of hire.
- 10 years of direct experience supporting C4ISR software maintenance programs.
- 8 years of direct experience with:
- Information technology-based projects and solutions
- Software design, development, and production
- Installation and test & evaluation of software maintenance solutions
- 4 years as a manager of software development and maintenance projects, including:
- Supervising project personnel and/or technical teams
- Scheduling and coordinating project work
- Writing proposals and preparing bids
- Ordering and/or transporting technical equipment and materials
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience working with DoD C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems.
- Other relevant industry experience may be considered with COR approval.
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures.
- Strong written and oral communication abilities commensurate with a senior project management role.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage concurrent priorities.
- Effective communicator capable of presenting technical and programmatic information clearly.
- Proven problem-solving skills supporting modernization, sustainment, and C4ISR-related initiatives.
Salary: $125k+ to align with experience and education
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
