Program Manager
Purpose:
- Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for an experienced Program Manager in Huntsville, AL to lead and oversee a critical ACAT 2 Army program.
- This role requires a seasoned professional with deep understanding of Department of Defense acquisition processes, program lifecycle management, and the ability to drive complex defense programs from conception through deployment.
- The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding our technology solutions to additional government agencies while ensuring program success and stakeholder satisfaction.
Job Description:
Program Leadership & Management
- Lead end-to-end program management for ACAT 2 Army acquisition program, ensuring adherence to DoD 5000 series acquisition framework
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, budgets, and risk management strategies
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, contracts, quality assurance, and business development
- Serve as primary point of contact with government customers, prime contractors, and key stakeholders
Acquisition & Compliance
- Navigate complex federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS) and ensure full compliance with all contractual requirements
- Lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and modification processes
- Manage program reviews, milestone assessments, and government audits
- Maintain thorough understanding of Army acquisition lifecycle and milestone decision authority processes
Business Development & Growth
- Identify and pursue opportunities to market existing technology solutions to other government agencies
- Develop strategic relationships with potential customers across DoD, DHS, and other federal agencies
- Support business development activities including capability briefings, demonstrations, and proposal efforts
- Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform product development roadmaps
Financial & Risk Management
- Monitor program financial performance, including cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics
- Prepare regular program status reports for senior leadership and government customers
- Identify and mitigate program risks while developing contingency plans
- Ensure efficient resource allocation and budget management
Qualifications:
- Must have at least 5 years of experience in defense program management, with specific ACAT 2 program experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- Must have demonstrated experience with DoD acquisition processes, including familiarity with DoDI 5000.02 and related regulations.
- Must have proven track record managing programs valued at $50M+ with complex technical requirements.
- Must have experience working directly with Army Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and Program Management Offices (PMOs).
- Must have experience working with electronic warfare and sensors.
- Must have strong understanding of federal contracting vehicles, including IDIQ, GSA schedules, and other government-wide acquisition contracts.
- Must have experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development.
- Must be proficient in program management tools (MS Project, Primavera, etc.) and collaboration platforms.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to senior government officials.
- Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
- Must have experience leading geographically distributed teams and managing external partnerships.
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred.
- PMP certification preferred.
- Previous experience with Army materiel development and fielding processes, preferred.
- Background in technology transfer or dual-use technology commercialization, preferred.
- Familiarity with other government agencies' acquisition processes (Navy, Air Force, DHS, etc.), preferred.
- Experience with international partnerships and Foreign Military Sales (FMS), preferred.
- Advanced degree in Engineering, MBA, or equivalent, preferred.
Security Requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
- US citizenship required
Travel Requirements
- Travel required up to 25% for customer meetings, program reviews, and business development activities.
- If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id).
Physical Requirements:
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
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Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Jun 16, 2025