Deputy Project Manager
About The Position
Ready to move from supporting programs to leading them? At Radiance Technologies, we’re not just filling a role; we’re building our next Program Manager. As a 100% employee-owned company, we’re seeking a Deputy Project Manager to support the Army Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office, with a clear path to program leadership. If you’re coming from a large organization and want real ownership, direct customer engagement, and a faster path to PM responsibility, this is your opportunity. This position is contingent on funding with an expected start date of July/August 2026. We have seeking 6 Deputy Project Managers (3 with a secret clearance and 3 with a Top Secret Clearance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field
- 10+ years of experience supporting Army, DoD, or similar defense programs
- Strong background in program execution, coordination, and team leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across cost, schedule, and technical performance
- Proven ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, mission-driven environments
- U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret clearance
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in relevant technical field
- Experience within an Army Project Office or acquisition environment
- Background in missile systems, payload development, or weapons integration
- Experience supporting or leading engineering-focused programs
- Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes across cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders and customers
- Top Secret Clearance
Responsibilities
- Partner directly with the Program Manager to execute payload development programs supporting critical Army mission needs
- Gain hands-on experience across cost, schedule, and performance management with a clear trajectory to future PM roles
- Support and help lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver on contractual technical requirements
- Develop and manage program schedules, milestones, and deliverables
- Identify and drive mitigation of program risks, ensuring proactive execution
- Prepare and deliver monthly status reports and leadership-level updates
- Support and participate in Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and technical reviews
- Coordinate across engineering, business operations, and Government stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution
- Assist with budget tracking, resource allocation, and program planning
- Support hardware procurement, travel planning, and operational execution
- Operate independently in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with aggressive timelines
Benefits
- Employee Ownership
- More Influence, Less Bureaucracy
- Mission Impact
- Accelerated Growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
