AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs by providing strategic solutions in the areas of Engineering and Analysis, Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, and Training.  ASC provides technical and program management expertise for Department of War (DoW) Joint programs tasked with providing impactful capabilities to the warfighter.

 

This opportunity will provide a dynamic program manager for a vital Joint Program in the Pentagon. The selected professional will be the primary POC and leader for the technical team supporting this DoW effort. The PM will provide overall technical direction, management of a large team of technical experts, all program financial and technical management, and ensure overall quality and efficiency of the program. The PM will work closely with Government leads and ASC management to deliver success.

The Program Manager (PM) is the primary ASC contact with the government customer and is responsible for delivery of key capability. The PM is responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned program and for maintaining an effective relationship with the customer. This includes activities related to contract performance, financials, quality assurance, risk management, communications, leadership, and business development.

• Organizing, directing, coordinating, planning, and the production of all contract activities including interfacing with customer  management such as the COR, Directors, and  technical customers.
• Responsible for the overall contract management in schedule, cost management, quality, personnel management, performance evaluation as well as providing the COR with a Monthly Status Report (MSR) no later than the 15th business day of the month. The MSR must identify all work performed for the previous month, including a breakdown of personnel and tasks, tasks to be completed in the future, and any issues or concerns. Major issues or concerns should be emphasized clearly.
• Responsible for assigning, scheduling, and providing configuration control and quality assurance of deliverables and establishing and altering program organization to provide effective contract support.
• Responsible for ensuring conformance to task specifications and contract provisions.
• Provides expert guidance and direction to program staff.
• Properly manages all available resources to ensure successful outcomes (i.e., sustained, profitable program augmentation).
• Promotes a culture of accountability; operates with focus on achieving Key Results.
• Identifies and mitigates risks; monitors and manages resources.
• Procures materials IAW company policy and approves all expenditures as authorized.
• Measures and reports on program status against plan (revenue, profit, direct labor, indirect loadings, etc.).
• Achieves business metrics, revenue, and fee goals.
• Recommends new processes and leads efforts to improve existing processes to improve quality and delivery.
• Provides input into contract reviews and modifications and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, and financial conditions of contracts.
• Generates business opportunities, expanding product/service line with existing customer.
• Leads “Intrapreneurial” growth efforts and follow-on contract recompete efforts.
• Recruits, trains, and supervises staff in accordance with company policy.
• Establishes employee goals and conducts employee performance reviews.
• Provides career development advice for program personnel.

• Master's degree in a technical or management discipline.
• At least fifteen (15) years of professional experience with at least ten (10) years managing complex DoW projects. 
• Proven experience in successfully managing large teams.
• Knowledgeable of Joint Staff processes, programs, capabilities.
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• US citizenship.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $190,000.00/Yr. - USD $245,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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