Senior Program Manager

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Lead overall contract execution and serve as the primary Government interface for program performance, transition, staffing, schedule, risk, cost/manpower reporting, PMRs, CDRLs, and action-item closure .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeColorado Springs • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including contract execution, risk management, and resource allocation, while ensuring compliance with quality standards and company policies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive program success through effective communication and strategic planning.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementRisk ManagementResource AllocationTop Secret ClearanceMaster's Degree

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Hard Skills

Contract ExecutionProgram Lifecycle ManagementCost/Manpower ReportingAction-Item ClosureIntegrated PlanningCybersecurityLogistics ManagementConfiguration-Controlled ChangesProgram Management Plan DevelopmentContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipExpert GuidanceAccountabilityInterpersonal CommunicationCoordination

Tools & Technologies

MERGE Service Delivery FrameworkService Delivery Models

Industry Keywords

Government InterfaceSustainmentMaintenanceCustomer AdditionsProgram Deliverables

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead overall contract execution and serve as the primary Government interface for program performance, transition, staffing, schedule, risk, cost/manpower reporting, PMRs, CDRLs, and action-item closure
Direct integrated planning across sustainment, cybersecurity, SEIT, maintenance, logistics, customer additions, and configuration-controlled changes
Interact and coordinate with all levels of the organization to meet program needs
Provide expert guidance and direction to program staff
Manage available resources to ensure successful outcomes and profitable program augmentation
Use AMERICAN SYSTEMS' MERGE service delivery framework in program execution
Follow applicable Service Delivery Models and contribute to their continuous improvement
Promote accountability and focus on achieving Key Results
Oversee all phases of the program lifecycle
Manage development and delivery of the Program Management Plan and program deliverables in accordance with contract terms, quality standards, and company policy
Identify and mitigate risks; monitor and manage resources
Procure materials in accordance with company policy and approve authorized expenditures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree
10+ years of management experience
8+ years of domain experience
US Citizenship
Active Top Secret Clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance
Employee ownership through AMERICAN SYSTEMS' employee-owned structure