Program Manager

Program Manager

WHO WE ARE:

STAHL Companies provides the Program Management for its Channel of Commercial Technology companies in Government that consist of Small Businesses and New Technology start-ups.

STAHL advocates for policies that can improve government services and maintain our government's competitive advantage, by bringing more technology into government programs.

STAHL Companies advocates on behalf of our nation's innovative, new technology and small businesses looking to work with the U.S. government. We do this by aligning the voice of our small business members with advocacy for change in federal policy that will make the government market more accessible to small businesses and the commercial technology ecosystem.

The Channel's founding Technical Board Members include former government leaders and IT executives passionate about bringing best-of-breed technology to the government.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Program Manager to join our team!

The Program Manager will provide Program Management Support (PMS) Advisory & Assistance Support (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Research and Development (RD) Directorate. This role requires leadership in delivering programmatic, financial, and policy expertise across the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosives (CBRNE) spectrum in support of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) mission objectives.

The Program Manager will serve as a trusted agent, ensuring objective, unbiased support while coordinating across RD departments and other DTRA Directorates to execute complex, high-impact programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for execution of PMS A&AS support across the RD Directorate.
• Manage program planning, execution, and performance monitoring to ensure alignment with mission objectives, contract requirements, and strategic priorities.
• Serve as the primary interface between the Government and contractor team, ensuring effective communication, responsiveness, and delivery of high-quality support services.
• Oversee programmatic, financial, and policy analysis supporting CBRNE and CWMD initiatives.
• Coordinate and integrate efforts across RD departments, including Chemical and Biological Technologies (RD-CB), Counter WMD Technologies (RD-CX), Nuclear Technologies (RD-NT), Operations (RD-OP), and Test and Assessment (RD-TS).
• Ensure effective collaboration with the Science & Technology Support (STS) A&AS contractor as an associate contractor, resolving issues and elevating concerns to Government leadership when necessary.
• Lead program reviews, briefings, and reporting activities, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and security requirements.
• Manage program risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain program performance.
• Oversee resource allocation, staffing, and contractor performance to ensure efficient and effective program execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Management, Public Policy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive experience in program management, including support to DoD or federal government programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting CBRNE, CWMD, or related national security mission areas.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs involving technical, financial, and policy components.
• Experience providing Advisory & Assistance Support (A&AS) or similar consulting support to government clients.
• Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, program management frameworks, and financial management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and organizations in a high-tempo environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and briefing skills, including experience engaging senior government officials.
• Active SECRET clearance (minimum), with the ability to obtain/maintain higher clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Prior experience supporting DTRA or similar organizations within the CWMD mission space.
• Familiarity with RD Directorate operations and Science & Technology program environments.

*Position is contingent upon award.

Location: Ft. Belvoir or the National Capitol Region

To know more about the company, visit Stahl Companies (stahlusa.us)