Program Manager

Program ManagerApogee Research brings cutting-edge research into practice for the DoD community. We blend agility with rigor to develop new technologies and transition them for operational use. Founded in 2012, Apogee Research brings together cross-discipline teams to solve difficult and often deemed impossible problems across a range of different technical domains. At Apogee Research we work hard, we get things done, and we do it together.We currently have openings for a Program Manager (full-time in person) located in our Arlington, VA office. The Program Manager will be responsible for the management aspects of research and development efforts supporting Principal Investigators (PIs), profit and loss Directors, and the executive management team. Our ideal candidate is experienced in bridging between customers and technical execution teams to deliver complex technical solutions on programs that could span from innovative DARPA research through to operational deployment and use.The position is based out of our Arlington, VA office (full-time in person), but will require travel. Candidates must have an active (within the last two years) DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.Position Responsibilities:Ensure contracts are properly funded, executed on schedule and on budget, and with technical efforts aligned with the contract scopeSubmit accurate and professional contractual deliverables on timeCoordinate among technical, IT, security, executive management, finance, and accounting teams to ensure projects are executed on time and within budgetPlan and manage staff allocations for project success in a fluid research-based environmentManage multiple programs concurrently and collaborate with other programs to share resources to maximize benefits for the customer and companyManage unclassified and classified proposals and write programmatic sections of proposalsDay to day responsibilities include: project progress tracking, project finance and budget tracking, personnel assignment and labor hours tracking, deliverable review and submittal, schedule, and progress reportingExperience Requirements:Experience as a program manager (on the industry performer side) for DoD contracts, including classified contractsProven record of meeting deadlines, delivering on all contract deliverables, and attention to detailExperience in proposal management (unclassified and classified) and familiarity with proposal color reviewsDemonstrated ability to analyze cost and schedule to identify program riskExperience producing action items, developing metrics, and developing/tracking risk mitigation plansDemonstrable track record of successful customer, team, and company senior management interactionAbility to multitask and set priorities in a deadline-oriented, highly matrixed environment across several projects and teamsComfort working on programs building weapon systems in support of national securityStrongly PreferredBS or BA, with the ability to comprehend and digest highly technical subject matterExperience with a variety of contract vehicle types (CPFF, FFP, T&M, etc.)Experience working with PIs and customers to ensure that research efforts prioritize development and demonstration of key enabling technologiesExperience on programs developing, fielding, or operationally using hardware or software capabilitiesMA or MS in engineering, management, or relevant fieldAt least 5-8 years of experience working with Air Force and Navy customersAn active Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)Pay Information:At Apogee Research we believe individuals should be compensated according to the value they bring to our organization and we want to ensure we evaluate candidates at their appropriate level. The levels for this role are included below:$114,133 - $240,600I'm awesome and your range doesn't apply to me.About Apogee ResearchApogee Research offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, FSAs, paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Conveniently located in Arlington, VA, we are a short walking distance from the Ballston Metro station. We offer the choice of paid garage parking or a contribution towards a transit account.Apogee Research, LLC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.