Project Manager - Secret required

About the role

Join a fast-paced team supporting mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and United States Army. Become part of a diverse group of 500 professionals delivering expertise in program management, systems integration, and technology fielding across Aberdeen Proving Ground and Edgewood, Maryland, for a portfolio of efforts spanning 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with proven experience in managing complex, multi-year programs and projects, driving interoperability, compliance, and innovation to advance Army modernization and support to the warfighter.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, direction, and success of major programs, systems development efforts, and technology initiatives.
• Define, organize, and direct short- and long-range plans, including technical approaches, resource allocation, and milestone establishment.
• Oversee the execution of integration projects, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and data requirements.
• Track and report on program/project progress, including schedules, budgets, costs, and technology fielding.
• Coordinate outreach and partner engagements to promote adoption of common standards and modular open systems approaches (MOSA, ISA).
• Support the development of program schedules, briefs, and reports to communicate interoperability progress and cost reductions.
• Guide and mentor cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives and deliver interoperable capabilities.
• Foster collaboration across multiple stakeholders and ensure alignment with organizational and agency goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any technical or managerial discipline.
• 5–15+ years of professional experience in program/project management.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing large, multi-year programs or projects.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with DoD standards, compliance, and modular open systems approaches is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Pay

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules and holidays