Deputy Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Deputy Program Manager supports the Program Manager in planning, executing, and managing complex defense and space-related programs. The role provides day-to-day leadership for program operations, workforce management, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, risk management, quality assurance, and mission support while ensuring successful contract execution and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Program Manager in overall program planning, execution, and management.
• Serve as acting Program Manager when required.
• Oversee day-to-day program operations and contract execution.
• Manage staffing, workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and mission support efforts.
• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Monitor program performance, schedules, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Track program risks, mitigation plans, and performance metrics.
• Support operational readiness, sustainment, and lifecycle planning.
• Develop staffing and execution plans for evolving mission requirements.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, technical teams, and mission partners.
• Prepare program reports and performance updates for leadership.
• Ensure quality assurance and successful delivery of contract requirements.
• Support systems integration, sustainment, and mission capability development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, Business, Management, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP access.
• Minimum 8 years of experience supporting or managing DoD/Federal programs.
• Experience managing programs valued at $25M or greater.
• Minimum 5 years supporting space systems, satellite ground systems, command and control, or related programs.
• Experience with workforce management, scheduling, resource planning, and mission support.
• Experience maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and program metrics.
• Experience with risk management and performance reporting.
• PMP, PgMP, DAWIA Program Management, or equivalent certification.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.