{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3b086410e69a8d55bdecea65","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3b086410e69a8d55bdecea65","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3b086410e69a8d55bdecea65","title":"Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager","description":"Overview:\n\nLynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.\n\nAs part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager to join our growing team. The Deputy Program Manager provides senior-level oversight of acquisition support, procurement tracking, and government property management operations for the NOAA/NESDIS program office. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), provides scientific and technical leadership for development of environmental satellite services and products. NESDIS is seeking contractual support to fulfill its missions and functions in the following three work areas which detail the scope, objective and technical requirements of the work. This role coordinates directly with Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), Project Leads, and program leadership to ensure hardware/software lifecycle planning, contract budget tracking, and property accountability meet federal compliance requirements. The work for this position will be conducted on-site in Suitland, MD. This position is contingent upon contract award, and will proceed once the contract is awarded.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDuties of the Deputy Program Manager will include the following:\n\nLead planning and execution of hardware/software acquisitions, including tech refresh plans, cost estimates, and spending profiles.\nOversee period-of-performance (POP) audits for hardware/software licenses and maintenance agreements, ensuring renewals are tracked and Project Leads are notified ahead of expirations.\nDirect tracking and reporting of contract budgets, quality-of-service metrics, and maintenance agreement status; flag discrepancies to CORs.\nReview and format technical acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, SON, IGCE, Section 508 and IT Security checklists) prepared by Project Leads.\nManage onboarding/offboarding logistics for incoming contractors, including badging support, office space, and Government Furnished Property assignment.\nServe as Property Contact: maintain accountability for government property under FAR 52.245-1 and FAR Subpart 45.5, including SUNFLOWER Property Management System recordkeeping, hand receipts, transfers, and loans.\nCoordinate periodic and annual wall-to-wall property inventories, found-item certifications, and Board of Review (BOR) packages for lost or stolen items.\nOversee inventory control of spare parts and expendable supplies via the Computerized Materials Management System (CMMS), maintaining 98%+ inventory accuracy.\nSupervise disposal/excessing of obsolete or damaged property and coordinate shipment pick-up/delivery with GSA, DLA, and OEM vendors.\nMaintain SOPs for procurement and property management; support meeting scheduling, minutes, and budget presentations to program leadership.\nQualifications:\n\nThe Deputy Program Manager selected should have the following:\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field (equivalent experience considered).\nMinimum 5-10 years of experience in program/contract operations, acquisition support, or government property management.\n\nThe Ideal Deputy Program Manager will have the following:\n\nWorking knowledge of FAR Part 45 property management requirements and federal procurement processes.\nExperience with property/asset management systems (e.g., SUNFLOWER or equivalent CMMS/inventory platforms).\nDemonstrated experience preparing acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, IGCE) and supporting COR/budget functions.\nStrong organizational and communication skills; proven ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple sites.\nAbility to travel periodically to program sites for physical inventory verification.\nEligibility to obtain and maintain any required government facility access/badging.\n\nAbout Lynker\n\nLynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.\n\nWe focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.\n\nLynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:\n\nComprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost\nHealthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision\nPersonal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays\nHighly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks\n401(k) retirement plan with company-matching\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!\nFlexible spending accounts\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nShort- and long-term disability insurance\nLife and accident insurance\nTuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year\nSpot bonuses for exceptional performance\nAnnual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses\nEmployee Referral Program\nFree centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace\nPersonalized career growth plans for every employee\n\nLynker is an E-Verify employer.\n\nLynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.","company":"Lynker","rawCompany":"lynker","city":"Suitland","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T07:53:03.382Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"561210","title":"Facilities Support Services","slug":"facilities-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager","description":"Overview:\n\nLynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.\n\nAs part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager to join our growing team. The Deputy Program Manager provides senior-level oversight of acquisition support, procurement tracking, and government property management operations for the NOAA/NESDIS program office. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), provides scientific and technical leadership for development of environmental satellite services and products. NESDIS is seeking contractual support to fulfill its missions and functions in the following three work areas which detail the scope, objective and technical requirements of the work. This role coordinates directly with Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), Project Leads, and program leadership to ensure hardware/software lifecycle planning, contract budget tracking, and property accountability meet federal compliance requirements. The work for this position will be conducted on-site in Suitland, MD. This position is contingent upon contract award, and will proceed once the contract is awarded.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDuties of the Deputy Program Manager will include the following:\n\nLead planning and execution of hardware/software acquisitions, including tech refresh plans, cost estimates, and spending profiles.\nOversee period-of-performance (POP) audits for hardware/software licenses and maintenance agreements, ensuring renewals are tracked and Project Leads are notified ahead of expirations.\nDirect tracking and reporting of contract budgets, quality-of-service metrics, and maintenance agreement status; flag discrepancies to CORs.\nReview and format technical acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, SON, IGCE, Section 508 and IT Security checklists) prepared by Project Leads.\nManage onboarding/offboarding logistics for incoming contractors, including badging support, office space, and Government Furnished Property assignment.\nServe as Property Contact: maintain accountability for government property under FAR 52.245-1 and FAR Subpart 45.5, including SUNFLOWER Property Management System recordkeeping, hand receipts, transfers, and loans.\nCoordinate periodic and annual wall-to-wall property inventories, found-item certifications, and Board of Review (BOR) packages for lost or stolen items.\nOversee inventory control of spare parts and expendable supplies via the Computerized Materials Management System (CMMS), maintaining 98%+ inventory accuracy.\nSupervise disposal/excessing of obsolete or damaged property and coordinate shipment pick-up/delivery with GSA, DLA, and OEM vendors.\nMaintain SOPs for procurement and property management; support meeting scheduling, minutes, and budget presentations to program leadership.\nQualifications:\n\nThe Deputy Program Manager selected should have the following:\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field (equivalent experience considered).\nMinimum 5-10 years of experience in program/contract operations, acquisition support, or government property management.\n\nThe Ideal Deputy Program Manager will have the following:\n\nWorking knowledge of FAR Part 45 property management requirements and federal procurement processes.\nExperience with property/asset management systems (e.g., SUNFLOWER or equivalent CMMS/inventory platforms).\nDemonstrated experience preparing acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, IGCE) and supporting COR/budget functions.\nStrong organizational and communication skills; proven ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple sites.\nAbility to travel periodically to program sites for physical inventory verification.\nEligibility to obtain and maintain any required government facility access/badging.\n\nAbout Lynker\n\nLynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.\n\nWe focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.\n\nLynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:\n\nComprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost\nHealthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision\nPersonal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays\nHighly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks\n401(k) retirement plan with company-matching\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!\nFlexible spending accounts\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nShort- and long-term disability insurance\nLife and accident insurance\nTuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year\nSpot bonuses for exceptional performance\nAnnual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses\nEmployee Referral Program\nFree centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace\nPersonalized career growth plans for every employee\n\nLynker is an E-Verify employer.\n\nLynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.","datePosted":"2026-09-01T07:53:03.382Z","dateModified":"2026-09-01T07:53:03.382Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Lynker","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Suitland","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"3b086410e69a8d55bdecea65"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3b086410e69a8d55bdecea65"}}