Project Manager (Technical)

Responsibilities

• Lead contractor and vendor efforts in the planning, development, testing, and deployment of new software and system capabilities into the NCCT network.
• Provide technical analysis and recommendations to translate requirements from the GIISR, user communities, and MAJCOMs into a cohesive capability roadmap aligned with COCOM CONOPs/requirements.
• Liaise and coordinate technical efforts with key external stakeholders (including I2SPO, NIOC, DTCWC, AOCO, and NIFE) to leverage collaborative relationships and integrate emerging technologies.
• Spearhead outreach to prospective industry partners and organize technical exchange meetings between the government program office, prime vendors, and technology providers.
• Advise the government program manager on project progress, ensuring technical goals, budgets, and schedules are met.
• Aid the government program manager in authoring contract documents (e.g., PWS, SOW, Bills of Material) and perform detailed technical evaluations of contractor proposals.
• Apply data engineering and modern software architecture expertise (including containerization, orchestration, and messaging frameworks) to advise on system integration and ensure alignment with emerging standards.
• Solve complex integration challenges independently, taking initiative to drive projects forward without constant oversight.
• Travel as required to attend technical planning meetings and support program activities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance (or the ability to immediately obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility).
• Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, 6 years with a master’s degree, a PhD with 3 years’ experience, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, 6 years with a master’s degree, a PhD with 3 years’ experience, or equivalent experience.
• Recent (within the last 5 years) experience working with operational intelligence systems.
• Proven experience applying data engineering concepts, specifically utilizing messaging/event-streaming frameworks (e.g., Kafka, NATS) and API integration.
• Familiarity with modern software/network architectures, including containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
• Understanding of DoD interoperability and data standards (e.g., UCI, JICD standards).
• Experience with requirements development and program management support activities in a DoD environment.
• Familiarity with the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to solve intelligence and targeting problems.

Pay

Global Comp $140,000 - $150,000

This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.