Project Manager - Drone Dominance Program

SAIC•Bedford, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Drone Dominance Program by overseeing a multidisciplinary team responsible for Test & Evaluation (T&E) plans coordination, event logistics, and Government project management support. The PM serves as the primary point of contact between the contractor team and government stakeholders, ensuring all deliverables are met on time, within scope, and within budget. This role is onsite in Bedford, IN.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field
Fifteen (15) years of experience
Minimum 5–7 years of project management experience supporting DoD programs
Experience managing Test & Evaluation programs and UAS/drone activities
Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, regulations, and policies
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent project management tools
Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
Active Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day oversight and management of the Drone Dominance program team
Develop and maintain Project Management Plans (PMPs), schedules, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
Oversee coordination and execution of Test & Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), test plans, and test reports
Track T&E schedules, milestones, and deliverables across multiple test events
Plan and manage all logistics for test events, demonstrations, exercises, and program reviews
Coordinate travel, transportation, equipment, and facility arrangements for all program activities
Provide direct support to Government Program Managers and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs)
Monitor program performance, identify risks, and provide regular status reports to Government leadership
Prepare briefings, white papers, reports, and program documentation as required
Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements, deliverables, and deadlines