Program Manager U.S. Army Mission Support
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Job Summary
WisEngineering LLC is currently seeking qualified candidates for an upcoming opportunity supporting Department of Defense programs at Picatinny Arsenal in Dover NJ.
Key Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED No exceptions.
- This is an on-site position 5 days per week at Picatinny Arsenal Dover NJ. Remote work is not permitted.
- Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required.
JOB TITLE: Program Manager
LOCATION: Picatinny Arsenal NJ (On Site)
START: ASAP
POSITION SUMMARY
WisEngineering is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee a strategic
portfolio of programs. The contractor will be responsible for the comprehensive
planning execution and successful completion of projects ensuring they are delivered
on time and within budget. This role requires meticulous attention to detail strong
leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives in a dynamic
environment.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Schedule Management
Develop maintain and monitor comprehensive program schedules for a portfolio
of projects.
Ensure all critical milestones are met and program deadlines are achieved
through proactive timeline management.
Budget Oversight
Create manage and track individual and portfolio-level program budgets.
Execute financial planning forecasting and detailed reporting on budget-to-
actuals to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Portfolio Coordination
Oversee the entire lifecycle of multiple programs within the assigned portfolio.
Ensure all projects remain aligned with strategic objectives and optimize
resource allocation across the portfolio.
Risk Management
Identify potential program risks (technical financial and schedule-related).
Develop robust mitigation strategies and proactively manage issues to minimize
negative impacts on program delivery.
Stakeholder Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders and leadership.
Provide regular transparent updates on program status emerging risks and
financial performance.
Team Leadership
Guide and coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering logistics
and technical staff.
Foster effective collaboration to ensure the synchronized execution of complex
program tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Required: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Management or a
related field.
Required: 5 years of proven experience in program or project management.
Experience: Demonstrated success in managing complex schedules and
budgets for multi-faceted projects.
Technical Skills
Proficiency with project management software suites (e.g. Microsoft Project
Asana or Jira).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills to manage diverse
teams.
Military & Defense Experience
Experience in Defense Materiel Acquisition and lifecycle management is highly
preferred.
Familiarity with DoD acquisition frameworks cost-schedule-performance metrics
and RDT&E environments.
Ability to interpret and manage requirements for complex hardware and software
systems.
Preferred Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
Experience managing a diverse portfolio of programs simultaneously.
DAWIA certifications in Program Management or related fields.
Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtainan active Secret Security Clearance (TS/SCI
eligibility preferred).
Why Join WisEngineering
At WisEngineering we offer competitive salaries comprehensive benefits and an excellent career-building atmosphere. Our diverse range of projects provides exciting challenges in cutting-edge technologies and we support our employees with on-the-job training and a smooth transition into new roles.
WisEngineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. See Website for additional information.
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the possibility of joining our team we encourage you to apply today!
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
