Program Manager - Systems Engineering (DoW)

Req ID : RQ207255

Type of Requisition : Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain : Top Secret / SCI

Public Trust / Other Required : None

Job Family : Program Delivery and Execution

Skills :

Budgeting,Leadership,Planning Ability,Program Management,Systems Engineering

Certifications :

Project Management Professional (PMP) | Project Management Institute (PMI) - Project Management Institute (PMI)

Experience :

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required :

Yes

Job Description : Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong background in System / Software Engineering and Mission Planning to lead a large Systems Engineering Contract for the Department of War.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage and oversee the execution of a complex systems engineering contract, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery of high-quality products and services

Develop and maintain strong relationships with DoD stakeholders, including program managers, engineers, and logistics personnel

Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of systems engineers, software developers, and mission planning specialists

Coordinate and integrate the work of multiple subcontractors and vendors to ensure seamless execution of contract requirements

Develop and manage project schedules, resource allocation plans, and budget forecasts

Identify and mitigate risks, and develop contingency plans as needed

Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and DoD policies and procedures

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field)

Minimum 10 years of experience in systems engineering, software development, or mission planning, with at least 5 years of experience in a program management role

PMP certification or equivalent

TS clearance - SCI eligible

Proven track record of successfully managing large, complex contracts or programs

Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes and procedures

Experience with running Agile software projects and DevSecOps practices

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Desired Qualifications :

Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field)

Experience with DoD systems engineering and acquisition processes, including the Defense Acquisition System and the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)Familiarity with ITAR and export control regulations

Experience with cloud-based technologies and cybersecurity best practices

The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work / life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI / ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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