Technical Program Manager

Kegman Inc, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business in Melbourne FL, is seeking a dynamic and motivated Technical Program Manager with 5-8 years of documented experience to join our team at Patrick Space Force Base supporting theAir Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) located on the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean’s historic Space Coast.NOTE: This is not a remote/telework job. This job requires the selected applicant to have an active U.S. Government-issued security clearance at time of hire and, therefore, requires U.S. citizenship.Job DescriptionThe Technical Program Manager (PM) will lead and oversee projects for a unique mission that is focused on sensing across the electromagnetic spectrum. Additionally, the Technical PM will lead the design and development for a variety of Research and Development projects, from a cost, schedule, and performance standpoint. Education and experience in the sciences (physics, engineering, chemistry, geophysics, etc.) is essential to having the technical understanding and vocabulary to distill customer requirements into executable project schedules.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, initiate, plan, and execute Research and Development (R&D) projects related to optical, laser, and radio frequency detection technologyDocument all cost, schedule, and performance for R&D projects to move technologies through technology readiness levels (TRLs) from initiation to transitionCoordinate on the authorship of R&D strategic planning documents to close capability gapsCoordinate, facilitate, and participate in meetings, working groups, and integrated product teams related to R&D projectsCoordinate and regularly interact with the dedicated program manager from AFTAC’s Systems Development DirectorateReview and approve final contract documents and deliverables for completeness and conformity to requirementsPrepare/present materials for internal and external program reviews, cost reviews, risk review, and other meetings and briefings as requiredTravel to various locations to attend meetings, develop strategic planning documents for R&D requirements, and coordinate on action items. Travel constitutes approximately 15-20% of the job; trip duration is typically 1 week or lessREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESSuccessful track record of managing projects and meeting project objectives including deliverables, cost, schedule and customer satisfactionTechnical/science background with experience in project managementExperience with requirements management and operations related activities and processesFamiliar with the electromagnetic spectrum Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 products (Excel, Power Point, Word, etc.)Proficiency using Project Management tracking tools (MS Project, Jira/Confluence, etc)Experience with Agile FrameworkDESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESExperience working on/with Government contractsStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal and written/oral communicationsDetail-oriented team leader who can consistently meet deadlines and is able to work independently as neededAble to multi-task and work with a diverse work group of vendors, executive managers, subcontractors, consultants, and other professionalsEDUCATION-EXPERIENCEBachelors in a STEM-related field + Exp (5-8 yrs.) or Masters + Exp (5 yrs.)OTHER:Must pass a drug testU.S. citizenship requiredMust have a fully adjudicated (not an interim) U.S. Government-issued security clearance at time of hireKegman Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Kegman will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.Please be aware many of our positions require an active security clearance. Security clearances are be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment that requires a security clearance will be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information.By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that Kegman may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.Kegman maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where permitted by law.Powered by JazzHRonen1g29YH