Program Manager
About The Position
STAHL Companies provides Program Management Support (PMS) Advisory & Assistance Support (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Research and Development (RD) Directorate. This role requires leadership in delivering programmatic, financial, and policy expertise across the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosives (CBRNE) spectrum in support of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) mission objectives. The Program Manager will serve as a trusted agent, ensuring objective, unbiased support while coordinating across RD departments and other DTRA Directorates to execute complex, high-impact programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Management, Public Policy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive experience in program management, including support to DoD or federal government programs.
- Demonstrated experience supporting CBRNE, CWMD, or related national security mission areas.
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary programs involving technical, financial, and policy components.
- Experience providing Advisory & Assistance Support (A&AS) or similar consulting support to government clients.
- Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, program management frameworks, and financial management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and organizations in a high-tempo environment.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and briefing skills, including experience engaging senior government officials.
- Active SECRET clearance (minimum), with the ability to obtain/maintain higher clearance if required.
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
- Prior experience supporting DTRA or similar organizations within the CWMD mission space.
- Familiarity with RD Directorate operations and Science & Technology program environments.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for execution of PMS A&AS support across the RD Directorate.
- Manage program planning, execution, and performance monitoring to ensure alignment with mission objectives, contract requirements, and strategic priorities.
- Serve as the primary interface between the Government and contractor team, ensuring effective communication, responsiveness, and delivery of high-quality support services.
- Oversee programmatic, financial, and policy analysis supporting CBRNE and CWMD initiatives.
- Coordinate and integrate efforts across RD departments, including Chemical and Biological Technologies (RD-CB), Counter WMD Technologies (RD-CX), Nuclear Technologies (RD-NT), Operations (RD-OP), and Test and Assessment (RD-TS).
- Ensure effective collaboration with the Science & Technology Support (STS) A&AS contractor as an associate contractor, resolving issues and elevating concerns to Government leadership when necessary.
- Lead program reviews, briefings, and reporting activities, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and security requirements.
- Manage program risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain program performance.
- Oversee resource allocation, staffing, and contractor performance to ensure efficient and effective program execution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
