Program Management Office (PMO) Lead (NAVAIR FMS)

Location: Lexington Park, MD (Hybrid)

Position: Program Management Office (PMO) Lead (NAVAIR FMS)

Overview: ITC Defense is seeking an experienced Program Management Office (PMO) Lead to support a NAVAIR Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Logistics program in Lexington Park, MD. This position plays a key role in supporting program execution, business operations, and organizational effectiveness across a complex defense contract environment. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of program management, financial, and operational expertise, along with the leadership skills necessary to contribute to the success of a dynamic and growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with program leadership, government stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in support of critical national defense initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the PMO, including three direct reports responsible for Project Control/Finance, Travel & Purchasing, and CAC/NMCI/SAAR account administration.
• Support the Program Manager in daily contract execution, performance oversight, schedule tracking, financial oversight, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Support program management and contract compliance guidance across the program, ensuring adherence to FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and Estimates at Completion (EAC) to ensure financial accuracy and support program decision-making.
• Manage PMO labor hour allocations and budgeting, ensuring costs align with contract and funding structures.
• Support project control activities, including cost tracking, burn rates, variance analysis, and financial reporting in coordination with corporate finance and accounting.
• Support CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) management, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all contractual data deliverables.
• Review and validate subcontractor and prime invoices, ensuring alignment with budgets, work performed, and contract terms prior to submission.
• Support subcontractor management, subcontract development, and financial monitoring.
• Understand and be able to backfill other roles on the PMO team to include providing training and mentorship to more junior team members.
• Build and maintain cost and schedule tracking tools using Microsoft Excel; leverage Power BI or similar tools for data visualization and dashboarding.
• Interface directly with government customers, responding to inquiries, supporting reviews, and providing accurate program and financial data.
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance PMO efficiency, reporting accuracy, and communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than ten (10) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning; OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than fourteen (14) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning.
• Minimum 5 years of program/project management or project control experience in a DoD environment.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations, including their application to contract and financial management.
• At least three (3) years of direct project control experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or similar analytical tools is a plus.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including experience interfacing with government customers, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Self-motivated and focused, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality in all work products.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting NAVAIR or other U.S. Navy programs.
• Prior experience supporting Foreign Military Sales programs.
• Familiarity with NMCI account processes, CAC issuance, and SAAR workflows.
• Experience in a small business or growth-stage defense contractor environment.

Why work at ITC Defense:

• Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
• A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Maryland, ITC Defense is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Maryland and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role would land at or near the top end of the range, but such a decision will be dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the range is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

 

We are an organization of many diverse business opportunities, but each and every one of them centers around our people. ITC Defense Corp. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employment with ITC is at-will. ITC Defense welcomes resume submissions directly from individual job seekers. Unsolicited resumes from employment agencies will not be honored.

ACCESSIBILITY- Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/selection process with ITC. Please refer to our website for further information on all our EEO/VEVRAA policies.

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