Project Manager

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER to join our team in STAFFORD, VA

This Technical Project Manager will lead and synchronize efforts for the Marine Corps with Counter-Unmanned Arial Systems (C-UAS) across platforms, capabilities, autonomy software, command-and-control interfaces, and supporting infrastructure. The role requires close coordination with government stakeholders, program offices, warfighters, engineers, test organizations, and industry partners to translate operational needs into executable technical plans.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of C-UAS programs across their full lifecycle, from concept development through fielding and sustainment.
  
  
• Translate operational needs and warfighter requirements into executable technical and programmatic plans.
  
  
• Manage cost, schedule, performance, and risk across multiple, concurrent development efforts.
  
  
• Serve as the primary interface with USMC stakeholders, government program offices, and senior leadership
  
  
• Oversee system integration, test planning, and execution, including developmental testing, operational assessments, and field experimentation
  
  
• Manage contracts. Develop and maintain program documentation including schedules, budgets, technical documentation and other deliverables.
  
  
• Travel 25% of the time.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in technical field, BA in business, or equivalent experience required
  
  
• At least 7 years’ experience supporting Science & Technology or Defense Acquisition-related efforts. A total of 12 years’ experience without a degree.
  
  
• Knowledge of DoD research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) process and funding mechanisms.
  
  
• Demonstrated experience supporting or managing C-UAS systems and development efforts.
  
  
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., MS Project, Earned Value Management, Agile).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working in DoD programmatic environments.
  
  
• Direct C-UAS systems operational experience
  
  
• Strong understanding of C-UAS CONOPS and CONEMPs.
  
  
• Proven ability to translate complex concepts into actionable guidance and influence technical decisions.
  
  

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current Secret security clearance with an ability to obtain TS/SCI
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require regular field work. Candidates must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in environments that may include uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, lifting equipment and tools up to 40lbs.
  
  

The projected compensation range for this position is $109,000.00-$181,500.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.


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