Program Manager

Program Manager

Department: HRITSMPS

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: HRITSMPS‑NIWCA‑NAVWAR‑LA

STAHL Companies provides program management for its Channel of Commercial Technology companies in government, which includes small businesses and new technology start‑ups. STAHL advocates for policies that improve government services and maintain our government’s competitive advantage by bringing more technology into public programs. The company advocates on behalf of innovative, new‑technology and small businesses looking to work with the U.S. government, aligning their voice with advocacy for federal policy change that opens the market to these firms and supports a thriving commercial technology ecosystem.

The Channel’s founding Technical Board Members include former government leaders and IT executives passionate about delivering best‑of‑breed technology to the government.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Program Manager to join our team. MyNavy HR IT Solutions develops, acquires, deploys, and sustains seamless enterprise‑wide information technology (IT) systems that provide full lifecycle support to both the warfighter and the Navy business enterprise. The Sea Warrior Integrated Product Team (IPT), under the Enterprise Systems Department, supports the MyNavy HR IT Solutions Sea Warrior Program by delivering integrated, cost‑effective IT products and services that enhance Navy career service and fleet readiness.

The Program Manager will oversee program execution, lead technical and functional teams, and ensure delivery of mission‑critical IT capabilities that support Navy manpower, personnel, training, education, and career management functions.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT system development and sustainment efforts within the Sea Warrior Program.
• Oversee full lifecycle program management including requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Manage program scope, schedule, cost, and performance to ensure compliance with contractual and organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with Navy stakeholders, senior leadership, and cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with MyNavy HR strategic goals.
• Provide oversight and direction to project managers, engineers, analysts, and support personnel engaged in program activities.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies while ensuring effective resource allocation and performance tracking.
• Prepare and deliver program reports, briefings, and documentation for internal management and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DON) IT governance, cybersecurity, and acquisition policies.
• Foster a collaborative environment focused on innovation, quality assurance, and continuous process improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in program or project management within IT or defense environments.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale IT programs supporting federal or DoD customers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deliver solutions in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or DAWIA Program Management Level II/III certification.
• Experience with Navy HR, manpower, personnel, training, or pay systems.
• Familiarity with Agile or Dev Sec Ops  methodologies.
• Prior experience supporting MyNavy HR IT Solutions or Sea Warrior programs.

* Position is contingent upon award.

Work Location:

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

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