Program Manager
Ridgecrest, CA
*This position is contingent based on the award of a contract.
Job Description:
Seeking an experienced Program Manager responsible for overseeing contractor operations for Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) support of conventional ordnance weapons systems and components of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) to be located near Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake in Ridgecrest, CA. NAWCWD is a key organization within the Naval Air Systems Command, dedicated to research, development, acquisition, testing, and evaluation of weapons and warfare systems for the U.S. Navy operating primarily in China Lake and Pt. Mugu, CA. China Lake is used primarily for testing guided missiles, advanced weapons, and weapons systems. Pt. Mugu is for electronic warfare expertise, supporting missile, free-fall weapons, and electronic warfare system testing. NAWCWD also emphasizes workforce development, employing thousands of scientists, engineers, and military personnel to maintain cutting-edge capabilities in areas such as hypersonics, directed energy, autonomy, quantum sciences, and cyber defense.
This Key Personnel leader will manage a team of employees providing program management, financial management, administrative support, and information management services in this dynamic, high-tempo operational environment. Responsibilities include supporting LCL tasking to include Product Support Management (PSM); Supply Support; Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T); Maintenance Planning, Management, and Maintenance Support; Design Interface; Sustaining Engineering; Technical Daa and Configuration Control; Computer Resources; Facilities and Infrastructure; Support Equipment (SE); Training and Training Support; and Administration and Project Oversight. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of DoD leadership experience with at least six years in Defense acquisition and three years in support of Navy acquisition management related to weapon systems, hardware and software, configuration control, tetst and evaluation, systems integration, and systems supportability with a bachelor’s degree, demonstrated problem-solving and risk management capabilities, and preferably prior leadership experience with DoD Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) tasking. A SECRET clearance eligibility and IT-II designation are required.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance level Secret
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration or other relevant technical discipline.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a DoD (military, civilian, or contractor) leadership role
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 1. Communicate effectively with the customer as well as internal employees
- 2. Successfully lead a team of more than 15 employees in a dynamic/unpredictable environment
- 3. Bring structure and the ability to influence the internal workforce
- 4. Effectively problem solve and manage risks, anticipating and managing issues that are both present and emerging
- 5. Knowledgeable of acquisition policies and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the requirements of the DOD 5000 series.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrate leadership experience leadership experience with DoD Life Cycle Logistics (LCL) tasking.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must have an active security clearance and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a DoD Government- granted security clearance. Individuals will be subject to a background investigation to include but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.