SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee execution of complex, mission-critical software systems within a defense environment. This role is responsible for ensuring that end-to-end design, development, system integration, verification, and validation efforts are executed with rigor, aligned to program objectives, and delivered on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience managing software-intensive defense programs, with the ability to coordinate across technical teams, customers, primes, and subcontractors; manage cost, schedule, and risk; and drive execution in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

Lead planning and execution of design, development, integration and test activities across the program lifecycle
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including budget, schedule, resources, and dependencies
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks
Drive change management activities, including analysis of impacts to scope, schedule, and cost
Drive growth through ECP proposals and negoatiations
Support technical leadership in requirements management, roadmap alignment, and execution planning
Prepare and deliver program status reports, translating technical progress into actionable insights for leadership and customers
Manage stakeholder relationships, including government customers, subcontractors, and internal leadership
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and program execution quality
Support program reviews, demonstrations, and external engagements
Oversee EVMS activities, ensuring compliance with earned value requirements and accurate performance measurement
Lead CSDR management, including planning, coordination, and delivery of required cost and software data reporting artifacts
Manage overall program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost‑control initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree, preferred with a STEM or Business focus
15+ years of professional experience in software development project management
Experience with Earned Value Management in Defense industry
Experience managing large, complex software or systems integration programs
Experience with resource planning and staffing across multi-disciplinary teams
Strong problem-solving skills in complex, technical environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to achieve DoD security clearance

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:

Active DoD security clearance
Experience managing subcontractors and external partners
Experience supporting mission systems, space, or missile warning programs

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SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
80% company paid Dental insurance
100% company paid Vision insurance
100% company paid Life insurance
100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
Short-term Disability insurance
Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
Discretionary Performance Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $170,000 to $232,000 per year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled.

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