Noblis
Program Manager - Surface Ship Maintenance, Modernization and Sustainment
Noblis, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead a professional support services contract team in support of the Surface Ship Maintenance, Modernization and Sustainment (SEA 21) Directorate within the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) headquarters at the Washington Navy Yard. This key Program Manager position entails leading a diverse team of professionals providing support across program management, technical services, logistics, and business functions. You will be responsible for successful execution of a five-year task order supporting the Navy's surface fleet maintenance and modernization efforts, ensuring our team delivers high-quality, compliant support to critical naval operations. This includes overseeing the management and execution of readiness and sustainment initiatives for the Navy’s surface fleet, and supporting the SEA 21 mission of integrating maintenance strategies, modernization plans, training needs, and technical, logistics, and programmatic efforts to manage the lifecycle of U.S. and partner Navy surface ships and systems from fleet introduction through transfer or disposal.
As Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating, communicating, and integrating maintenance, modernization, and sustainment performance information in support of the Navy’s Surface Warfare Enterprise. You will oversee the SEA 21 Maintenance Operations Center and Sustainment War Room operations, and ensure readiness metrics and sustainment data are accurately tracked, analyzed, and reported to senior leadership. This position requires a strong background in Navy project management with specific expertise in fleet readiness and sustainment initiatives.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive program management and oversight for all SEA 21 support services, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with contract requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact between the customer and company leadership, managing all program communications and customer relationships
Lead, mentor, and manage a large, geographically dispersed professional services team across multiple locations including Washington DC, San Diego, Norfolk, Mayport, and international sites
Develop and implement program management processes to track performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure adherence to contractual requirements, program deliverables, security protocols, and quality standards
Monitor program financial performance, including cost controls, resource allocation, and budget execution
Provide regular status reporting to government stakeholders and internal corporate management
Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure integrated delivery of services
Support the transition of personnel and knowledge from the incumbent contractor
Implement continuous process improvements to enhance program efficiency and customer satisfaction
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in any business related field or engineering field
Minimum of 12 years of professional experience supporting U.S. Navy programs
Demonstrated experience in Navy Project Management
At least 3 years of demonstrated Supervisory experience
Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor performance and supervising professional staff
Strong familiarity with Navy's surface fleet and maintenance/modernization policies
Proven leadership, communication, and customer relationship management skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience managing complex technical programs
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior military and civil service personnel
Strong financial management skills, including budget planning and execution
Active Secret security clearance and US citizenship required
Desired Qualifications
Master's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or DAU PM Level III Certification
15+ years of professional experience including experience supporting DoD/DoW components
Knowledge of the Sustainment Campaign Plan and Surface Warfare Enterprise initiatives
Experience with SIPRNET, classified networks and classified information management
Experience working with or supporting Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic/Pacific
Experience with Navy ship maintenance availability planning and execution
Familiarity with the SEA 21 mission, programs, and directives
Experience with Navy maintenance and modernization processes and systems
Familiarity with Navy information systems such as SMDII, NDE, PBIS, and ERP
Experience leading large-scale professional services contracts for Navy customers
Previous experience leading successful contract transitions
Overview Noblis (http://www.noblis.org/) and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/)
Why work at a Noblis company? Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (http://www.noblis.org/about/Awards/) . Noblis maintains 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 (https://careers.noblis.org/contact-us/).
EEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) | E-Verify (https://careers.noblis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Federal-e-verify-participation-poster-Eng-and-Sp.-9-11-2024.pdf) | Right to Work (https://www.justice.gov/crt/case-document/file/1133936/download)
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 (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) 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 $169,200.00 - USD $264,300.00 /Yr.
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As Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating, communicating, and integrating maintenance, modernization, and sustainment performance information in support of the Navy’s Surface Warfare Enterprise. You will oversee the SEA 21 Maintenance Operations Center and Sustainment War Room operations, and ensure readiness metrics and sustainment data are accurately tracked, analyzed, and reported to senior leadership. This position requires a strong background in Navy project management with specific expertise in fleet readiness and sustainment initiatives.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive program management and oversight for all SEA 21 support services, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with contract requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact between the customer and company leadership, managing all program communications and customer relationships
Lead, mentor, and manage a large, geographically dispersed professional services team across multiple locations including Washington DC, San Diego, Norfolk, Mayport, and international sites
Develop and implement program management processes to track performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure adherence to contractual requirements, program deliverables, security protocols, and quality standards
Monitor program financial performance, including cost controls, resource allocation, and budget execution
Provide regular status reporting to government stakeholders and internal corporate management
Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure integrated delivery of services
Support the transition of personnel and knowledge from the incumbent contractor
Implement continuous process improvements to enhance program efficiency and customer satisfaction
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in any business related field or engineering field
Minimum of 12 years of professional experience supporting U.S. Navy programs
Demonstrated experience in Navy Project Management
At least 3 years of demonstrated Supervisory experience
Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor performance and supervising professional staff
Strong familiarity with Navy's surface fleet and maintenance/modernization policies
Proven leadership, communication, and customer relationship management skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities and experience managing complex technical programs
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior military and civil service personnel
Strong financial management skills, including budget planning and execution
Active Secret security clearance and US citizenship required
Desired Qualifications
Master's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or DAU PM Level III Certification
15+ years of professional experience including experience supporting DoD/DoW components
Knowledge of the Sustainment Campaign Plan and Surface Warfare Enterprise initiatives
Experience with SIPRNET, classified networks and classified information management
Experience working with or supporting Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic/Pacific
Experience with Navy ship maintenance availability planning and execution
Familiarity with the SEA 21 mission, programs, and directives
Experience with Navy maintenance and modernization processes and systems
Familiarity with Navy information systems such as SMDII, NDE, PBIS, and ERP
Experience leading large-scale professional services contracts for Navy customers
Previous experience leading successful contract transitions
Overview Noblis (http://www.noblis.org/) and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/)
Why work at a Noblis company? Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (http://www.noblis.org/about/Awards/) . Noblis maintains 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 (https://careers.noblis.org/contact-us/).
EEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) | E-Verify (https://careers.noblis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Federal-e-verify-participation-poster-Eng-and-Sp.-9-11-2024.pdf) | Right to Work (https://www.justice.gov/crt/case-document/file/1133936/download)
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 (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) 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 $169,200.00 - USD $264,300.00 /Yr.
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