Program Manager

About Chartis Federal Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide. Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards. This position is contingent upon award. Position Overview We are seeking a Program Manager to serve as the senior leader responsible for overall contract execution, ensuring successful delivery of Tactical Communications (TACCOM) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Engineering Support Services. This position provides strategic leadership, manages cost, schedule, quality, and risk, and serves as the primary interface with the Government. Duties and Responsibilities Oversee the overall execution of TACCOM engineering, modernization, operations, and maintenance projects and ensure coordinated delivery across multiple concurrent efforts Serve as the primary contractor point of contact for the customer regarding system planning, design, execution, services, priorities, status, and issue resolution Plan, schedule, staff, and coordinate large-scale projects supporting secure, encrypted, interoperable P25 tactical communications systems Integrate O&M work with other TACCOM initiatives through resource plans, schedules, financial reporting, project documentation, purchasing, and travel coordination Develop and maintain integrated project schedules in Microsoft Project and provide Government visibility through ICE-approved systems and SharePoint Manage resource allocation, budgets, performance measures, quality assurance, requirements, risks, issues, and mitigation actions Report cost, schedule, technical performance, accomplishments, planned work, concerns, and recommendations to Government leadership Direct staffing and workload execution; manage work hours, travel, other direct costs, and subcontractor and vendor performance within approved requirements Maintain project management plans, standard operating procedures, status reports, risk matrices, and other Government-directed documentation Ensure services follow applicable ISO 9001, PMI, ITIL, DHS SELC, security, and accessibility requirements Coordinate nationwide field activities and lead recurring progress meetings, executive briefings, technical reviews, and Government-requested program reviews Requirements Demonstrated experience successfully deploying P25 digital, encrypted, interoperable tactical communications systems in support of federal law enforcement Specific knowledge of tactical communications implementation and a proven ability to plan, schedule, staff, and coordinate large-scale technical programs of comparable size and complexity Strong working knowledge of DHS IT policy environments, federal contracting, program financial management, integrated scheduling, quality management, and risk management Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering, O&M, logistics, subcontractor, vendor, and field-support activities Minimum 10 years of program or project management experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Must be able to obtain and maintain the suitability determination required for work on ICE systems and facilities U.S. citizenship required Why Join Chartis Federal? We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Retirement plans with company contributions Professional development opportunities and career growth support A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions. Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr