Small Business Program Manager and Liaison Officer

A-TEK•McLean, VA

5h•$150,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Empower, Innovate, Impact! At Team A-TEK, we EMPOWER people to drive INNOVATION that IMPACTS mission! A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Our work is fueled by a passion to serve our clients’ needs and to protect the safety and welfare of Americans. That passion shapes how we nurture our most valuable asset – Our Employees. A-TEK actively cultivates the talent that drives our success and fosters a creative, challenging, and mission-driven work environment for current and future employees. Averon Digital, a Joint Venture Company of A-TEK Inc. and Greenthreads LLC, is seeking an accomplished Mentor Protégé Program Manager and Liaison Officer to lead the execution of a federal small business program support services contract. The Mentor Protégé Program Manager will be responsible for overall program delivery, client relationship management, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and ensuring schedule and cost performance across a multi-partner environment. This program ensures that small businesses are provided maximum practical opportunities in acquisitions as mandated by the Small Business Act. This position is a hybrid role based in Falls Church, VA. The ability to obtain and retain a public trust clearance is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a business field.
5+ years of progressive experience in program/project management, with at least 2 years managing large federal IT or scientific data programs.
Knowledge of government acquisition requirements and regulations for small business
Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
PMP or PgMP certification (or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with DHA.
An ideal candidate will have knowledge of federal procurement, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Regulations Supplement (DFARS) small business and program execution, strategic communication, mentor-protégé and program support services.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Execution Serve as the single point of accountability to the Government for all program activities.
Lead planning, execution, and oversight of all program tasks across the team, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, stakeholder engagements, and regulatory mandates.
Maintain alignment with agency mission goals and evolving requirements while delivering on schedule and within budget.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as primary interface with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), technical leads, and other government stakeholders.
Foster trusted relationships through proactive communication, regular status updates, and transparent issue resolution.
Engage with key agency offices and centers to ensure solutions and communications address operational pain points and support collaboration.
Team & Partner Management Direct a blended team of Averon Digital staff on deliverables for the program.
Oversee resource allocation, staffing plans, onboarding, and performance management for program personnel.
Coordinate partner roles and deliverables, ensuring adherence to agreed workshare and performance standards.
Technical & Strategic Oversight Guide the transition of historic data.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for automation and cost optimization.
Compliance & Reporting Ensure adherence to all applicable federal regulations, contract clauses, and security standards.
Develop and deliver contractual reports, program metrics, and executive briefings.
Maintain program documentation, risk registers, and change management processes.