BluePath Labs
Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager
BluePath Labs, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000
Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager
Location: On Site Northern Virginia
BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional scientific and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research, and data science and technology integration.
We are actively seeking a Secret- cleared Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager to support our clients at the Department of the Navy.
Work Description The Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager provides senior-level leadership and oversight for a portfolio of Navy research experimentation and technology transition efforts. This role serves as the primary interface between Navy Government stakeholders and the contractor workforce overseeing a multidisciplinary team of
810 personnel
supporting S&T programs across basic research, applied research, advanced technology development and international or collaborative initiatives.
The Program Manager ensures all program activities, deliverables and services are executed in accordance with contractual requirements, performance standards, security protocols and mission timelines. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with experience managing federal research programs, guiding technical teams and supporting Government acquisition and S&T lifecycle processes.
U.S. citizenship is required along with the ability to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for all administrative and technical contractor personnel assigned to Navy S&T programs.
Provide direct leadership supervision and performance management for a team of 810 analysts, program support staff and subject matter experts.
Oversee the quality, accuracy and timeliness of all contract deliverables, including program documentation, reports, briefings, metrics and correspondence.
Coordinate and support Navy S&T program planning, execution and monitoring activities across the full research lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with Government acquisition regulations, security requirements and contractual obligations.
Facilitate onboarding, offboarding and clearance coordination for contractor staff in accordance with Navy policies.
Provide expert recommendations to Government program officials and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) to improve resource utilization, program effectiveness and acquisition processes.
Conduct quality assurance reviews, including data sampling, trend analysis and risk identification, to ensure program integrity and efficiency.
Manage staffing plans, labor mix and workload distribution to align resources with evolving mission priorities.
Support program reviews, technical interchange meetings, working groups and stakeholder engagements, including preparation of executive- level briefings.
Collaborate with Navy acquisition, financial, legal and technical stakeholders to support successful contract execution and S&T mission outcomes.
Communicate clearly and professionally—both orally and in writing—with Government leadership, contractor teams and external partners.
Perform other job- related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (required); Master’s degree in project management, engineering, science or a related field preferred.
10 years of experience in the defense R&D and/or S&T sector.
5 years of experience managing federal programs, research initiatives or contractor teams supporting Government missions.
Demonstrated experience supporting or managing programs in accordance with FAR, DFARS and agency- specific acquisition policies.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in a research, engineering or technology- focused environment.
Knowledge of the Navy Science & Technology lifecycle—including basic research, applied research, advanced development and technology transition.
Familiarity with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, Cost- Reimbursement and Time & Materials.
Experience supporting acquisition planning, technical evaluations, program reviews and performance metrics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint Online, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Strong organizational, analytical, leadership and communication skills; ability to work independently and in a team- based environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast- paced, mission- driven setting.
Must pass all pre- employment qualifications required by the employer.
Note This position is contingent upon contract award. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.
Benefits BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to, employer- sponsored healthcare plan, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off for vacation/sick leave in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.
About BluePath BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism and resilience. BluePath’s extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath’s culture.
Labs is an equal opportunity employer.
Clearance Secret Clearance
Required Experience Manager
Key Skills
Project Management Methodology
Project / Program Management
Program Management
Management Experience
Microsoft PowerPoint
Project Management
Microsoft Project
Budgeting
DoD Experience
Leadership Experience
Supervising Experience
Contracts
Employment Type Full- Time
Experience years
Vacancy 1
Monthly Salary 120000 - 140000
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BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional scientific and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research, and data science and technology integration.
We are actively seeking a Secret- cleared Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager to support our clients at the Department of the Navy.
Work Description The Navy Science & Technology (S&T) Program Manager provides senior-level leadership and oversight for a portfolio of Navy research experimentation and technology transition efforts. This role serves as the primary interface between Navy Government stakeholders and the contractor workforce overseeing a multidisciplinary team of
810 personnel
supporting S&T programs across basic research, applied research, advanced technology development and international or collaborative initiatives.
The Program Manager ensures all program activities, deliverables and services are executed in accordance with contractual requirements, performance standards, security protocols and mission timelines. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with experience managing federal research programs, guiding technical teams and supporting Government acquisition and S&T lifecycle processes.
U.S. citizenship is required along with the ability to obtain and retain a SECRET security clearance.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for all administrative and technical contractor personnel assigned to Navy S&T programs.
Provide direct leadership supervision and performance management for a team of 810 analysts, program support staff and subject matter experts.
Oversee the quality, accuracy and timeliness of all contract deliverables, including program documentation, reports, briefings, metrics and correspondence.
Coordinate and support Navy S&T program planning, execution and monitoring activities across the full research lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with Government acquisition regulations, security requirements and contractual obligations.
Facilitate onboarding, offboarding and clearance coordination for contractor staff in accordance with Navy policies.
Provide expert recommendations to Government program officials and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) to improve resource utilization, program effectiveness and acquisition processes.
Conduct quality assurance reviews, including data sampling, trend analysis and risk identification, to ensure program integrity and efficiency.
Manage staffing plans, labor mix and workload distribution to align resources with evolving mission priorities.
Support program reviews, technical interchange meetings, working groups and stakeholder engagements, including preparation of executive- level briefings.
Collaborate with Navy acquisition, financial, legal and technical stakeholders to support successful contract execution and S&T mission outcomes.
Communicate clearly and professionally—both orally and in writing—with Government leadership, contractor teams and external partners.
Perform other job- related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (required); Master’s degree in project management, engineering, science or a related field preferred.
10 years of experience in the defense R&D and/or S&T sector.
5 years of experience managing federal programs, research initiatives or contractor teams supporting Government missions.
Demonstrated experience supporting or managing programs in accordance with FAR, DFARS and agency- specific acquisition policies.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in a research, engineering or technology- focused environment.
Knowledge of the Navy Science & Technology lifecycle—including basic research, applied research, advanced development and technology transition.
Familiarity with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, Cost- Reimbursement and Time & Materials.
Experience supporting acquisition planning, technical evaluations, program reviews and performance metrics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint Online, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Strong organizational, analytical, leadership and communication skills; ability to work independently and in a team- based environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast- paced, mission- driven setting.
Must pass all pre- employment qualifications required by the employer.
Note This position is contingent upon contract award. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.
Benefits BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to, employer- sponsored healthcare plan, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match and paid time off for vacation/sick leave in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.
About BluePath BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism and resilience. BluePath’s extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath’s culture.
Labs is an equal opportunity employer.
Clearance Secret Clearance
Required Experience Manager
Key Skills
Project Management Methodology
Project / Program Management
Program Management
Management Experience
Microsoft PowerPoint
Project Management
Microsoft Project
Budgeting
DoD Experience
Leadership Experience
Supervising Experience
Contracts
Employment Type Full- Time
Experience years
Vacancy 1
Monthly Salary 120000 - 140000
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