Program Manager – Navy, USMC

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. Manage multiple US Navy and/or Marine Corps programs through all phases of contract execution .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing DoD programs, including software development and systems integration, while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and delivering financial performance targets. Proficient in risk management, program scheduling, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Secret Security ClearanceProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationExperience Managing DoD ProgramsEarned Value Management (EVM) PrinciplesAgile Software Development or DevSecOps

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementCost Performance MetricsEngineering Change Proposals (ECPs)Requirements ManagementProject SchedulingSystems IntegrationTechnical Program ManagementRisk ManagementContract ModificationsCustomer Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Earned Value Management (EVM)Cost-Plus ContractsFirm Fixed Price (FFP) ContractsTime-and-Materials (T&M) ContractsIntegrated Product Team (IPT) Meetings

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

US NavyMarine CorpsNAVWARNAVAIRMCSCCommand and Control (C2)Tactical CommunicationsAir and Missile DefenseDefense Acquisition ProgramsRapid Prototyping

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage multiple US Navy and/or Marine Corps programs through all phases of contract execution
Monitor and manage program cost, schedule, and technical performance to ensure contractual requirements are met
Deliver financial performance targets including revenue, margin, forecasts, and earned value metrics
Develop and maintain program schedules, resource plans, and execution baselines
Lead software and systems development efforts, engineering integration activities, and fielded capability enhancements
Coordinate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), contract modifications, and customer-directed changes
Identify, document, and mitigate programmatic and technical risks and opportunities
Prepare and deliver program status reports, briefings, and presentations for internal leadership and customers
Lead recurring customer meetings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, and milestone reviews
Coordinate activities across geographically dispersed teams and functional organizations
Collaborate with Contracts, Finance, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations teams to support program execution
Manage the development and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), including Program Management Plans, Risk Management Plans, and Monthly Status Reports
Support proposal development, basis of estimate creation, and transition-to-execution activities for follow-on efforts and new contract awards
Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, teammates, and internal stakeholders
Apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills to address program challenges and changing customer priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret Security Clearance; ability to maintain clearance
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Management, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered
6+ years of experience managing DoD programs
Experience managing software development, systems integration, engineering, or technical programs
Experience with Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), contract modifications, or requirements management
Experience developing and maintaining project schedules and cost performance metrics
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired
Experience supporting US Navy, Marine Corps, NAVWAR, NAVAIR, MCSC, or related defense organizations desired
Experience with Command and Control (C2), Tactical Communications, Air and Missile Defense, or related defense systems desired
Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and metrics desired
Experience working within Agile software development or DevSecOps environments desired
Experience with Cost-Plus, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time-and-Materials (T&M) contracts desired
Demonstrated ability to support customer growth initiatives and capture activities desired
Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams in a matrixed environment desired
Ability to adapt to environments ranging from rapid prototyping and IR&D efforts to formal defense acquisition programs desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus – Performance Related
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) package plus 11 company holidays
Early finish on Friday
401K w/ company match
Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
Student Loan Assistance Program
Array of voluntary benefit offerings