Sr. Program Manager
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
VG Systems, LLC is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead and manage a large-scale Department of Defense (DoD) contract. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of leadership, technical, managerial, and business acumen, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional performance on enterprise-level government programs. The Program Manager will provide direction to program staff, ensure compliance with PWS requirements, and partner closely with Government stakeholders to achieve mission success.
Responsibilities- Provide executive-level leadership and direction for contract execution to ensure mission, schedule, and quality objectives are met.
- Oversee program operations, including resource allocation, performance management, and risk mitigation.
- Lead, mentor, and guide management and technical teams supporting the contract.
- Hire, develop, and retain high‑performing staff; drive performance evaluations and corrective actions when needed.
- Direct development of program deliverables, status reports, briefings, and contract artifacts.
- Serve as the primary liaison with Government leadership; foster strong customer relationships.
- Address complex challenges through strategic thinking and decisive action.
- Ensure program activities comply with contract, regulatory, and corporate policies.
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in any discipline.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience managing Government contracts, particularly DoD programs, with substantive involvement in stakeholder engagement, PWS execution, and oversight of program teams.
- Master’s degree (MA/MS) or PhD with 10 years of relevant experience may substitute for the experience requirement.
- Active Top Secret (TS) clearance at time of hire with the ability to maintain eligibility.
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills aligned with high-stakes DoD environments.
This position requires on-site presence in Huntsville, AL.
Why work at VG Systems?Based out of Quantico, Virginia, VG Systems, LLC is a recognized HUBZone Small Business. Working with VG Systems means you're joining a family of staff focused on providing our unique "Value Gained" IT Services to our customers. We Implement Innovation© by delivering highly optimized project portfolio management, infrastructure solutions, and project management office support to the public, private, and DoD clients.
Benefits- Competitive Salaries
- Company-sponsored 401(k) Plans
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Continued Employee Education
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Generous PTO
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