Senior Technical Program Manager - Submarine Tactical Networks

Responsibilities

This senior-level position leads program management and technical oversight for U.S. Navy Submarine Tactical Network Programs in support of NUWCDIVNPT Code 25. The ideal candidate brings established relationships within the submarine Tactical Networks community and serves as a trusted advisor to senior government leaders, managing client relations and program resources to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. The selected candidate will play a critical role in shaping Noblis' presence and strategy in the submarine Tactical Networks space.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead individual contributors, task managers, and project managers executing science and technology programs of significant scope and complexity in support of PEO C4I PMW 160 submarine Tactical Networks programs, including CANES (AN/USQ-208), SubLAN (AN/USQ-177), ADNS, ACS, and future Tactical Networks Next Generation (TN Next Gen) systems aboard SSN, SSBN, SSGN, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA, and Columbia-class submarines.
• Manage client relationships with NUWCDIVNPT Code 25 and senior government stakeholders across PMW 160, PEO Submarine, and DRPM AUKUS, serving as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to drive program success and grow the Noblis submarine Tactical Networks work program.
• Oversee program execution using Noblis EPM and QMS tools, ensuring delivery of high-quality program artifacts including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), schedules, cost estimates, risk registers, and financial management reports in support of O&MN, OPN, SCN, RDT&E, and FMS funding streams.
• Apply expertise in submarine modernization and alteration processes, Navy Configuration Management (CMPro), and PEO C4I knowledge to guide technical trade-offs, ECR adjudication, CCB/PTRB presentations, and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) maintenance.
• Identify, qualify, and support capture of new business opportunities within the submarine Tactical Networks domain, collaborating with corporate BD leadership and contributing to proposal development and strategy.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and coordinate across internal and external resource networks to ensure integrated, mission-aligned program delivery across CONUS and OCONUS TDY locations including shipyards, submarine bases, and allied partner sites.
• Attract, develop, and retain high-performing technical talent across, ncluding managers; provide performance input to People Managers and foster a culture of innovation and collaborative problem-solving.
• Operate with significant autonomy under general direction, demonstrating sound judgment in ambiguous situations and escalating appropriately to senior leadership on novel, out-of-policy, or strategic issues impacting the submarine Tactical Networks mission.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting U.S. Navy submarine network or combat systems programs.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing staff.
• Active Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility required; U.S. Citizenship required.
• Demonstrated expertise in PEO C4I systems, submarine modernization and alteration procedures, and Navy Configuration Management tools.
• Prior work experience at NUWCDIVNPT
• PMP certification
• Proficiency with JIRA, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft 365/Flank Speed highly desirable.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior work experience directly supporting NUWCDIVNPT Code 25 submarine Tactical Networks programs, with established relationships across PMW 160, PEO Submarine, and NAVWAR stakeholders.
• Familiarity with CANES (AN/USQ-208), SubLAN (AN/USQ-177), ADNS, and Tactical Networks Next Generation (TN Next Gen) architectures and modernization roadmaps across SSN, SSBN, and SSGN platforms.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Proficiency with JIRA, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft 365/Flank Speed preferred.

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Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $152,280.00 - USD $237,870.00 /Yr.