Senior Program Manager

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world‑class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an 8(a) contractor. In February 2022, BSPS became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 certified company through the Performance Review Institute (PRI). PRI recognized BSPS for meeting the stringent requirements of international standards, ongoing commitment to satisfying stakeholders and dedication to continual improvement of their management systems.

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Wage/Salary Range: $150-200k

Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

• Serve as the single point of contact and primary interface to the Government for all contract‑related matters.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment to scope, schedule, cost, and performance objectives.
• Lead program planning activities including development of integrated master schedules, risk management plans, staffing plans, and program documentation.
• Manage technical, operational, and administrative activities associated with SATCOM systems, systems engineering, and complex multi‑agency programs.
• Coordinate program execution across cross‑functional teams including engineering, operations, subcontractors, and Government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, government contract structures, reporting requirements, audit processes, and agency‑specific policies.
• Provide executive‑level briefings, financial status updates, and performance reports to Government leadership.
• Oversee documentation development including program plans, CDRLs, technical reports, and contract deliverables.
• Conduct field and onsite program reviews as required, supporting activities both in the office and in field environments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and risk mitigation across all program areas.
• Ensure all work adheres to quality standards and contractual service‑level agreements.

• Education Requirements:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Level of Experience Requirements: 10+ years of experience with SATCOM systems.
• 10+ years of systems development and engineering experience.
• 2 years of experience in a military environment.
• Experience leading multi‑agency or large‑scale DoD programs preferred.
• Enter other qualifications required of this role in a bullet or numbered format.
• In‑depth knowledge of the satellite communications (SATCOM) market and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of government contract structures, execution processes, and compliance requirements.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
• Strong documentation, technical writing, and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both in office environments and in field or operational settings.
• Ability to manage complex technical teams, budgets, schedules, and program risks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance level required by the contract.

• Advanced knowledge of SATCOM systems engineering, deployment, testing, integration, and sustainment.
• Strong ability to interpret and apply FAR/DFARS, DoD policies, and agency‑specific regulations.
• Proficiency in program management principles including risk management,…