Program Manager
Ignite Digital
Salary undisclosed
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Description
Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.
We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.
Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.
Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.
Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced and mission‑focused Program Manager to support a US Navy/US Marine Corps program office in the National Capital Region. This onsite role requires a DoW Secret clearance and a proven record of directing complex, multi‑task technical and professional service programs. The Program Manager will lead distributed teams, maintain senior‑level customer relationships, and ensure the successful execution of all contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organize, direct, and manage contract operations and support functions involving multiple, complex, and inter‑related project tasks.
- Lead and manage contract support teams across multiple government and contractor locations.
- Serve as the senior customer interface, maintaining strong relationships with senior leaders within the Navy/USMC program office.
- Meet regularly with customer and contractor personnel to develop, refine, and monitor task plans, schedules, and deliverables.
- Ensure program activities conform to established cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
- Develop, implement, and enforce rigorous work standards and operational procedures.
- Oversee quality assurance activities and communicate organizational goals, objectives, and policies.
- Provide financial management oversight, including budgeting, tracking, and reporting.
- Supervises and directs staff daily, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and contract specifications.
Required Experience:
- Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- In lieu of a Master’s degree; Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field plus at least 15 years of relevant experience.
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience managing and directing professional service programs, including work in one or more of the following technical domains:
- Strategic planning
- Concept development and requirements analysis
- Systems design, engineering, and integration
- Test and evaluation
- Integrated logistics support (ILS)
- Acquisition and life cycle management
- Systems engineering disciplines
- Active DoW Secret clearance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams and complex programs within DoW environments.
- Strong communication skills and ability to interface with senior government stakeholders.
- Experience supporting Navy or Marine Corps enterprise systems and programs (preferred).
Salary: $155k+ to align with education and experience.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.
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Benefits
- paid time off
About this role
Ignite Digital is hiring a Program Manager to lead operations for a Navy and Marine Corps program office based in Washington, DC. This is a contract position requiring you to work on-site, directing complex multi-task programs and managing distributed teams across government and contractor locations. You'll serve as the primary senior contact for the Navy/USMC program office, overseeing contract execution, quality assurance, financial management, and day-to-day staff supervision while ensuring all work meets cost, schedule, and performance standards.
The role demands deep experience in professional service program management within a defense or government contracting environment. You'll need either a Master's degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor's degree plus 15 years of related experience, with at least 10 years managing complex programs in areas like systems engineering, acquisition, strategic planning, or test and evaluation. An active DoD Secret clearance is required, along with demonstrated success managing diverse teams and interfacing with senior government stakeholders. Prior experience supporting Navy or Marine Corps systems is preferred but not mandatory.
This position offers competitive compensation starting at $155,000 and includes benefits such as PTO, education stipends, and referral bonuses. It's suited for an experienced program leader ready to take on substantial responsibility in a mission-focused government contracting setting.
Typical pay for this role
$80,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $120,000
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