Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced and driven Program Manager to support the United States Navy's AN/BYG-1 submarine combat control system program. AN/BYG-1 is a mission-critical, open-architecture system that integrates tactical control, payload and weapons management, and information assurance capabilities for U.S. Navy submarines. The Program Manager will lead and coordinate software-intensive development and integration efforts, ensuring performance, cost, and schedule objectives are met across this high-visibility defense initiative. This role will work on a team to integrate and test all subsystems and components of the AN/BYG-1 product associated with integration and test of TCS, PCS, IA, VMS, and CIS, interfaces, PM and SWFTS engagement.

This role is based in Manassas, VA or Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead program interface between the customer, internal teams, and external stakeholders to manage delivery of AN/BYG-1 system upgrades and support services.
• Oversee and coordinate complex, software-intensive development programs with large-scale integration to external platforms and systems.
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with Navy objectives and delivery timelines.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate program risks through effective risk management strategies.
• Apply systems engineering principles to manage technical scope, integration challenges, and performance outcomes.
• Lead cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support program health and compliance with DoD financial requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, quality control, and cost optimization.
• Prepare and deliver regular program reviews, technical briefings, and performance reports to senior government and industry leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience, with demonstrated success in managing complex defense or government programs.
• Proven project management experience supporting software-intensive programs with extensive system integration and coordination across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of risk management, systems engineering, and program scheduling within large, complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience with cost control, cost analysis, and process improvement across the program lifecycle.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, Earned Value Management (EVM), and defense contracting best practices.
• Experience with submarine combat systems (preferably AN/BYG-1) or similar naval systems is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification or equivalent program management credentials.
• Experience working with NAVSEA, PEO SUBS, or similar Navy acquisition organizations.
• Background in submarine systems engineering, weapons integration, or C4ISR systems.
• Working knowledge of Agile, DevSecOps, or other modern software development methodologies.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.