Senior Program Manager (5484)

SMX•Arlington, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SMX is hiring a Senior Program Manager for the Army G-46, providing executive-level program management and strategic oversight for a complex portfolio of modernization initiatives supporting Army logistics transformation. This senior program manager will act as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor to Senior Executive Service (SES) leadership while managing relationships with subordinate government personnel (GS-14/15) and multi-functional contractor teams. The successful candidate will orchestrate multiple concurrent projects including RPA Center of Excellence, RPA Overview, portfolio rationalization, system integrations, and enterprise architecture initiatives. This position requires daily presence in Crystal City to facilitate face-to-face coordination with senior Army leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

Ability to work on-site in Crystal City, VA a minimum 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday) with core hours of 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM on in-office days
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time for CONUS/OCONUS site visits, coordination and field engagement
Active Secret clearance required
Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
10 or more years of progressive program/project management experience
5 or more years supporting Army or DoD logistics/IT modernization programs
Demonstrated experience managing relationships with SES/Flag Officer leadership
Proven track record managing complex, multi-project portfolios (10+ concurrent efforts)
Experience managing both government and contractor personnel
Pentagon or HQDA staff experience strongly preferred
Expert knowledge of Army logistics systems (GCSS-Army, SAAS Mod, LMP, property accountability systems)
Deep understanding of Army Staff processes, decision-making forums, and organizational structure
Comprehensive knowledge of DoD/Army IT acquisition, MAIS designation, and ATO processes
Working knowledge of: Agile and traditional project management methodologies
Enterprise architecture frameworks
RPA and automation technologies
DevSecOps and modern software development practices
Portfolio management best practices
PPBE and Army programming cycles
Executive communication: Ability to brief and advise senior military officials
Strategic thinking: Translate vision into actionable roadmaps
Problem-solving: Navigate complex technical, organizational, and political challenges
Facilitation: Lead effective meetings, workshops, and decision-making sessions
Relationship management: Build trust and influence across organizational boundaries
Time management: Prioritize competing demands in fast-paced environment
Written communication: Produce clear, concise executive-level documents
Emotional intelligence: Read situations, adapt approach, manage difficult conversations

Nice To Haves

Eligibility for Top Secret clearance
Master’s degree
SAFe, Scrum Master, or other Agile certifications
PMP certification

Responsibilities

Serve as primary liaison to G-46 SES leadership, providing strategic counsel, decision support, and executive-level program status reporting
Manage upward relationships
Facilitate executive meetings, briefings, and working groups
Navigate complex organizational dynamics across Army Staff, removing obstacles and facilitating decision-making at senior levels
Translate technical program details into executive summaries suitable for SES-level consumption and decision-making
Represent G-46 interests in cross-functional forums, governance boards, and strategic planning sessions
Direct and mentor government personnel
Manage contractor team performance across multiple workstreams, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to scope
Conduct performance counseling, coaching, and professional development for team members
Assign tasks and establish priorities aligned with G-46 strategic objectives
Foster collaborative team environment across government and contractor personnel
Resolve interpersonal conflicts and team dynamics issues that impede mission accomplishment
Oversee and direct numerous in-flight initiatives
Track milestones, deliverables, and risks across all programs
Conduct integrated program reviews and status reporting
Identify cross-program dependencies and synergies
Escalate critical issues to G-46 SES leadership
Ensure resource allocation aligns with priorities
Maintain program documentation and audit trails
Coordinate with external Army organizations
Manage stakeholder communications across field sites, depots, and operational commands
Plan and execute site visits to validate solutions and gather user feedback
Facilitate cross-functional working groups addressing technical, policy, and resourcing challenges
Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers across the Army logistics enterprise
Negotiate agreements and MOUs supporting program execution