Program Manager, Program Administrator

divh2Job Title : Program Manager / h2pSystems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing results that matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted. / ppThe Joint Defense Support Group (JDSG), within SPAs Sea Land Air (SLA) Division, supports the Surface Community and components of the United States Navy by providing program management, requirements management, force development, and readiness support in Washington DC and the Fleet concentration areas. We provide timely, objective, analytic assessments, strategic planning, and expert operational, technical, and acquisition support to the Maritime communities, and related agencies, allies, and partners. We are trusted agents of the senior and operational leadership in the Fleet, OPNAV, NAVSEA, and the Royal Canadian and Royal Australian Navies. We play key roles in providing insights and strategies to address current and emerging challenges to national security and have tremendous impact on our clients success in solving their most important issues. / ph3Responsibilities / h3pThe PM is responsible for overseeing the direct support of a major, Navy shipbuilding acquisition contract of over 100 employees. The PM will support a variety of activities related to the acquisition, modernization, and life cycle management support of a Surface Combatant class and their embedded systems, including drafting requisitions, interviewing, and hiring to fill all roles. PM responsibilities also include developing program strategies, overseeing multiple complex projects, managing budgets and resources, and identifying and mitigating risks. / pulliDevelop and implement program strategies aligned with organizational objectives; set program goals, objectives, and long-term roadmap; create and manage program budgets and resources; establish and maintain program controls and standards. / liliManage and coordinate multiple interconnected projects; oversee project managers and allocate responsibilities to team members; monitor project progress, timelines, and performance against goals; ensure projects meet deadlines, quality standards, and budget requirements. / liliIdentify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues; develop contingency plans and troubleshoot problems as they arise ensure projects stay on track and resolve issues that may impact delivery. / liliCollaborate with and manage relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams; communicate program objectives, goals, and progress to stakeholders and executives; provide leadership and mentor project staff and managers. / li / ulh3Qualifications / h3pRequired : / pulli10 years acquisition experience / four years in program of similar complexity / liliNavy Shipbuilding Experience and Knowledge / liliBachelors Degree / liliSecret Clearance / liliDAWIA level 3 PM qual / liliStrong interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing / li / ulpDesired : / pulliKnowledge of DoD / Navy ACAT I Programs, Recent Contracts, and DoD 5000.02 Series / liliFormer Major Navy Program Manager / liliSignificant analysis experience / liliProgram Management Professional (PMP) Certification / li / ul / div