SATCOM Manager - Active Top Secret security clearance required, SCI Eligibility

General Dynamics Information Technology • Arlington, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is hiring a SATCOM Manager to support a high-OPTEMPO, mission-critical team serving the federal government in Arlington, Virginia. The role leads projects focused on improving organizational communications and supports protected military communications. The manager drives initiatives from conception through completion, using project management, analytical, and organizational skills to support mission effectiveness. The position is performed onsite at the customer location and requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS); a degree in business management, IT, or an engineering field is preferred.
• At least 10 years of related experience, including 6 or more years of project management experience; government technology or defense industry experience is preferred.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Scrum.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from initiation to 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.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with protected systems such as MILSTAR or AEHF and military communications systems.

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 them as needed.
• Provide expertise in protected military communication requirements.
• Analyze concepts, communications requirements, OPLANS, acquisition documents, and related technical and non-technical documents to ensure project requirements are accurately captured.
• Gather and document 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 within 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.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages, including medical plan options and dental and vision plans.
• Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid time off plans including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, and other leave options.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, and other insurance offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior