NAVSEA Deputy Program Manager

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented NAVSEA Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to join our team working in Washington, D.C. This is an onsite position.

The DPM will help coordinate high-impact engineering support initiatives and ensure the successful completion of technical and administrative objectives. This role demands strong leadership, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to collaborative performance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Program Manager with the overall planning, direction, and management of program performance, ensuring all contract requirements and performance metrics are met
• Serve as the primary point of contact in the Program Manager's absence, acting as the key interface with government customers, team members, and subcontractors
• Provide leadership and supervision to the program staff, including task leads, engineers, and support personnel
• Manage program resources, including personnel, budget, and schedule, to ensure efficient and effective contract performance
• Support the development and submission of all required contract deliverables, including monthly status reports, financial reports, and technical documentation
• Monitor and track program progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues to ensure the on-time completion of task orders
• Ensure all program activities comply with security protocols, quality assurance standards, and company policies
• Participate in contract reviews, customer meetings, and strategic planning sessions
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and capturing new opportunities
• Occasional travel to Newport News may be required, up to four times annually

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in a defense contracting or U.S. military environment
• Experience supporting a DoD agency in Financial Management, Program Management, and/or technical management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or DAWAI level III Certification in Program Management
• Experience working in or supporting a Navy program office, PEO, or PAE.
• Experience communicating, interacting, and working among Senior Executive Service and Flag level personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field
• Operational, engineering, or program management experience with aircraft carriers or their installed systems
• Familiarity with contract types such as Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Time and Materials (T&M), and Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a current or active Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.