Program Management Office (PMO) Lead (NAVAIR FMS)

ITC Defense Corp.•Lexington Park, MD

9d•$80,000 - $99,999•Hybrid

About The Position

ITC Defense is seeking an experienced Program Management Office (PMO) Lead to support a NAVAIR Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Logistics program in Lexington Park, MD. This position plays a key role in supporting program execution, business operations, and organizational effectiveness across a complex defense contract environment. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of program management, financial, and operational expertise, along with the leadership skills necessary to contribute to the success of a dynamic and growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with program leadership, government stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in support of critical national defense initiatives.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than ten (10) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning; OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than fourteen (14) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning.
Minimum 5 years of program/project management or project control experience in a DoD environment.
Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations, including their application to contract and financial management.
At least three (3) years of direct project control experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or similar analytical tools is a plus.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including experience interfacing with government customers, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform effectively under pressure.
Self-motivated and focused, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented, maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality in all work products.
Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting NAVAIR or other U.S. Navy programs.
Prior experience supporting Foreign Military Sales programs.
Familiarity with NMCI account processes, CAC issuance, and SAAR workflows.
Experience in a small business or growth-stage defense contractor environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the PMO, including three direct reports responsible for Project Control/Finance, Travel & Purchasing, and CAC/NMCI/SAAR account administration.
Support the Program Manager in daily contract execution, performance oversight, schedule tracking, financial oversight, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
Support program management and contract compliance guidance across the program, ensuring adherence to FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and Estimates at Completion (EAC) to ensure financial accuracy and support program decision-making.
Manage PMO labor hour allocations and budgeting, ensuring costs align with contract and funding structures.
Support project control activities, including cost tracking, burn rates, variance analysis, and financial reporting in coordination with corporate finance and accounting.
Support CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) management, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all contractual data deliverables.
Review and validate subcontractor and prime invoices, ensuring alignment with budgets, work performed, and contract terms prior to submission.
Support subcontractor management, subcontract development, and financial monitoring.
Understand and be able to backfill other roles on the PMO team to include providing training and mentorship to more junior team members.
Build and maintain cost and schedule tracking tools using Microsoft Excel; leverage Power BI or similar tools for data visualization and dashboarding.
Interface directly with government customers, responding to inquiries, supporting reviews, and providing accurate program and financial data.
Identify and drive process improvements to enhance PMO efficiency, reporting accuracy, and communication.
Perform other duties as assigned.