Program / Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Saalex is seeking an Program / Project Manager in Fallbrook, CA. Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.

Position Type : Full-Time

Salary : $100k-$145k (depending upon experience)

Work Location : Onsite.

Job Summary :

The Program / Project Manager (PM) will provide overall leadership, direction, and management of assigned government services programs and projects. The PM will oversee planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting activities to ensure program objectives, schedules, budgets, and contractual requirements are met. The PM will be responsible for coordinating technical and programmatic efforts across multiple stakeholders, managing Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables, and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, and Marine Corps standards.

Essential Functions :

• Program & Project Leadership
• Develop, implement, and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets in alignment with customer requirements and corporate objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with government customers, portfolio managers, and branch managers.
• Lead integrated product teams and coordinate technical, logistics, and administrative support.
• Track program performance, identify risks / issues, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• CDRL and Deliverable Management
• Oversee preparation, review, and submission of all CDRL deliverables, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, timelines, and quality standards.
• Maintain a deliverables tracker and coordinate reviews / approvals with internal teams and government customers.
• Ensure all technical reports, test documentation, and cost / schedule performance reports meet DoD standards and contractual obligations.
• Ordnance Assessment & Technical Management
• Manage ordnance assessment programs to monitor and mitigate risks to ordnance capability and inventory readiness throughout the lifecycle.
• Review and analyze ordnance system data, firing reports, deficiency reports, and inspection results; conduct root cause analyses as required.
• Support malfunction investigations, hazard analyses, and evaluation of Engineering Change Proposals for potential impacts.
• Participate in field testing and data collection, ensuring accurate reporting of results.
• Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
• Attend and support program reviews, technical interchange meetings, OA summits, and working groups.
• Brief government stakeholders and program office staff on findings, risks, and recommendations via formal presentations, written reports, and direct communications.
• Draft cost estimates, work agreements, and resource plans to support evolving program requirements.
• Reporting & Compliance
• Generate and review technical reports, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with government requirements.
• Prepare performance metrics, risk assessments, and program updates for senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with DoN Explosives Safety standards, performance metrics tools, and centralized databases.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

PMBOK® Knowledge Area Alignment

This position requires demonstrated competency across multiple PMBOK® knowledge areas :

Required :

Desired :

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Technical Management, Engineering, or related field.

Security Clearance :

Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

About Saalex Solutions :

Saalex Solutions, the Federal services division of Saalex Corporation, supports the Department of Defense, including the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, and NASA. Our core competencies include test range operations and management, engineering and logistics services, cybersecurity, and IT services. Founded in 1999, Saalex is a service-disabled veteran-owned business headquartered in Camarillo, CA.

Learn more at www.saalex.com.

Benefits