Vendor Growth Program Management Support

QinetiQ US•Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking Program Manager Support for SDA’s Vendor Growth team. Program Manager Support to Vendor Growth role develops organizational vendor growth strategies, focusing on nurturing vendor relationships to increase the agency’s developer pool. It requires a high level of analytical thinking, exceptional project management and communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Vendor growth includes SDA’s on orbit technical maturation demos and small business portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from accredited college/university
TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob
5+ years directly related experience
Proven experience in program integration or management.
Understanding of mission requirements and program objectives.
Understanding the government acquisition process as defined by the DoD 5000 series.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team and matrix environment.
Ability to identify and solve problems.
Proficiency in MS Office software and tools.
Understanding of the SBIR/STTR programs, FAR/DFARS and Other Transaction Authorities

Responsibilities

Oversee the integration of program elements to ensure consistency with established objectives, plans, and requirements.
Work closely with the Program Execution Lead to ensure smooth program execution.
Orchestrate the effective "up and out" management of the program, maintaining clear and consistent communication with leadership and stakeholders.
Ensure that program goals, priorities, risks, and challenges are well understood and addressed collaboratively.
Actively seek out opportunities to align program activities with organizational strategy and goals and contribute to the broader success of the organization.
Convey program goals and expectations set by the Program Director, ensuring alignment across the PMO team and the broader organization.
Coordinate with other teams and stakeholders to facilitate program execution, track progress, and address any issues or concerns.
Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal program teams, other SDA programs, and Technical and Support cells.
Develop and deliver clear, concise, and accurate reports to leadership on program status, risks, and achievements.
Ensure leadership is well-informed about program activities and any potential challenges.
Ensure that program activities align with the programs overall strategic objectives and mission goals.
Continually seek opportunities to improve program processes, tools, methods, and lessons learned.
Develop team processes/plans and implement best practices and lessons learned.
Understand SDA’s future capability needs and engage with new technologies and inform their advancement to an operational use case.
Engage and guide nontraditional defense contractors to ensure program success.
Stay informed on nontraditional defense contractors in key SDA priority areas.