Program Manager

Labor Category: Manager Program/Project III Location: Indian Head, MD; Norfolk, VA; Goose Creek, SC (On-site/Hybrid) Clearance: Active SECRET security clearance required; U.S. Citizenship required Job Type: Full-time Contract Type: Government Contract (Base Year plus four Option Years) Position Overview Seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a large-scale, Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) Level of Effort task order supporting the Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity (NOSSA). This is a senior leadership position responsible for the overall management, direction, and execution of a diverse portfolio of analytical, engineering, and program management support services. The ideal candidate will act as the primary liaison between the Government and our team, ensuring all contractual deliverables are met on time and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards. This is a non-personal services contract position. The contractor employee reports directly to the Prime Contractor for HR, disciplinary, and administrative matters, while receiving work direction from the NOSSA Government Task Manager and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). This is an in-person, on-site position with telework authorized at the Command's discretion based on specific job responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Provide overall management and direction for all contract tasks, ensuring alignment with NOSSA's strategic goals and operational objectivesWork closely with senior Navy leadership, warfare center leaders, and Government stakeholders to identify, plan, and implement projects that improve current capabilitiesDevelop, refine, and implement management operations across the Contract/Task Order in support of management, sustainment, development, and modernization effortsAssess the level of effort for work packages, perform task balancing and risk analysis, and leverage MS Project for milestone reporting and planningMonitor contract costs, approve expenditures, and ensure compliance with all CPFF and ODC (Other Direct Costs) reporting requirementsLead a large, geographically dispersed team (Indian Head, Norfolk, Goose Creek), ensuring adequate staffing, training, and performance managementImplement and maintain a robust Quality Control process in accordance with the QASP (Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan) Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Physical Sciences, Engineering, or a related technical fieldExperience: Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant program/project management experience, specifically supporting U.S. Navy programs or operationsCertification: Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification requiredClearance: Active SECRET security clearanceSkills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Project, risk management, and process improvement. Significant understanding of Navy and NOSSA priorities, including networking, security, cloud, and automation Desired Attributes Experience in program and business management concepts relevant to Navy operationsProven ability to achieve Navy operational objectives by contributing to strategic plans and reviewsExperience in determining systemic improvements and recommending changesStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to enforce policies and procedures effectively Additional Requirements Must obtain legal entry authorization to Naval Base Guam prior to commencing workMust be issued a Common Access Card (CAC)Must comply with all DoD security regulations and safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)Must pass background checks and base access control registration Schedule & Work Conditions Hours: Up to 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, normal business hours, excluding Federal holidaysOvertime: Not authorizedTelework: Authorized at the Command's discretion based on specific job responsibilitiesTravel: Extensive travel may be required to support this task orderPlace of Performance: Naval Ordnance Safety & Security Activity (NOSSA), 3817 Strauss Avenue, Bldg D323, Indian Head, MD 20640; Norfolk Navy Shipyard, NNSY Bldg 1500, Portsmouth, VA 23709; Joint Base Charleston, NAVSEA Programs Field Office Bldg 301, 1661 Redbank Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445 Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.