SATCOM Manager - Active Top Secret security clearance required, SCI Eligibility
About The Position
The SATCOM Manager will support a high-tempo, mission-critical team serving the federal government in Washington, D.C., by leading projects that improve organizational communications. The role uses project management, analytical, and organizational skills to drive initiatives from conception through completion and support operational effectiveness. The manager will provide expertise in protected military communications and support projects related to AEHF and Protected SATCOM management and capabilities. The position is based onsite at the customer location in Arlington, Virginia. It is a 40-hour-per-week role with less than 10% travel. The stated salary range is $148,750–$201,250; actual compensation may vary based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS); the listed preferred fields are business management, IT, or engineering.
- At least 10 years of related experience, including 6 or more years of project management experience, preferably in government technology or the defense industry.
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Scrum.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from initiation through completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.
- Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders at various levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- U.S. citizenship required.
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with protected systems such as MILSTAR or AEHF and military communications systems.
- Degree in business management, IT, or an engineering field.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations for protected military communications initiatives.
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals.
- Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating as needed.
- Provide expertise in protected military communication requirements.
- Support analysis of concepts, communications requirements, OPLANS, acquisition documents, and related technical and non-technical documents to ensure project requirements are accurately captured.
- Gather and document project requirements with stakeholders, translating technical information into actionable project tasks.
- Collaborate with technical experts to codify recommendations in CONOPS, CONEMPs, and TTPs as project deliverables.
- Identify and recommend improvements to AEHF/Protected SATCOM management processes in the context of project execution.
- Assist government leads in identifying and analyzing AEHF SATCOM capability gaps and requirements, and review related briefs, white papers, and other documents for incorporation into project planning.
- Develop and present analytics, briefs, and technical support for leadership reviews, work sessions, and briefings; communicate project status and outcomes and facilitate discussions.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Medical plan options, including some with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental plan options.
- Vision plan.
- Paid education and certifications.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid time off plans including vacation, sick, and personal time.
- Paid parental leave.
- Military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
