Engineering Program Manager; H

Overview

SimIS is recruiting for a senior leadership role to support Department of Defense programs, leading project development from inception to deployment, with expertise in managing funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms. The candidate will provide technical direction for multiple complex projects and interface with customers, with experience in hardware or software programs including RDT&E or prototyping programs.

• Leads project development from inception to deployment
• Manages and controls funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms
• Manages multiple tasks of various types and complexity
• Provides technical direction for complex projects and personnel
• Takes responsibility for all aspects of performance and direction of project activities
• Interfaces with customers on project requirements and status
• Applies technical expertise to complex hardware or software RDT&E programs
• Develops and maintains Program Plans, Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), work breakdown structures, and financial documentation
• Hosts project team planning and status meetings
• Participates in reviews such as Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), and program management reviews
• Ensures compliance with contract requirements and applicable policies
• Monitors risk and develops mitigation strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics
• At least seven (7) years of senior leadership and program manager experience supporting Department of Defense programs
• OR ten (10) years of senior leadership and program manager experience supporting Department of Defense programs without degree

• Technical experience with asymmetric warfare products in one or more areas:
  Embedded Technologies, Networking and Communication Systems, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Situational Awareness
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira)
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with government reporting requirements and CDRL deliverables
• Experience with DoD acquisition processes

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with NSWCDD or Navy programs
• Experience with classified program management

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short Term Disability (at no cost to you) and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Federal Holidays each year

SimIS, Inc. is an EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer