Program Manager

Overview

MDW Associates is seeking an experienced Program Manager for the NASA Financial Support Services (NFSS) contract. This contract provides enterprise-wide financial, programmatic, and operational support across multiple NASA Centers and Headquarters. NFSS supports mission execution through integrated PPBE, budget execution, cost analysis, workforce planning, reimbursables, and data-driven decision support for some of the Agency's most complex and high-visibility programs. This role is located in Huntsville, AL.

The Program Manager will lead NFSS operations, serve as a senior interface with NASA leadership, and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a geographically distributed workforce.

The Program Manager is responsible for overall contract performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction. This role requires a leader who understands NASA's financial and mission environment, can manage multi-Center operations at scale, and can translate evolving Agency priorities into disciplined execution.

The Program Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of all Data Requirements Deliverables (DRDs) under the NASA Financial Support Services (NFSS) contract. These deliverables support Agency-wide financial execution, decision-making, and compliance across multiple NASA Centers and Headquarters and are relied upon by senior leadership as decision-grade inputs.

Beyond operational execution, the Program Manager serves as a senior MDW representative to NASA stakeholders, building trusted relationships with Center CFOs, Resource Management Directors, and Associate Directors. The role requires visible leadership, proactive engagement, and a forward-leaning mindset to ensure NFSS continues to deliver high-value, mission-aligned support.

The Program Manager may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties:

• Program Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:
• Serve as the primary point of contact with NASA Center CFOs, Resource Management Directors, and Headquarters stakeholders
• Build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships through regular engagement, including in-person meetings with Center and Agency leadership
• Represent MDW professionally and credibly in all customer-facing forums

• Contract Operations & Delivery
• Lead all aspects of NFSS execution across multiple Centers and functional areas
• Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of financial management, PPBE, budget execution, reimbursables, and reporting support
• Coordinate work across a matrixed, geographically dispersed workforce to ensure continuity and consistency

• DRD & Performance Accountability
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete delivery of all NFSS DRDs
• Maintain high standards for narrative quality, data integrity, and executive readiness of deliverables
• Proactively surface risks, issues, and mitigation strategies to both NASA and MDW leadership

• Financial & Contract Management
• Maintain responsibility for contract cost control, staffing levels, and burn-rate management
• Support contract modifications, scope adjustments, and option-year planning
• Oversee quality and accuracy of program-level financial reporting

• People & Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and develop Center Leads and functional managers
• Ensure appropriate staffing, cross-training, and succession planning to mitigate workforce risk
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement

• Strategic Growth & Value Delivery
• Identify opportunities to expand MDW's impact through service enhancements, scope growth, and innovative approaches aligned with NASA priorities
• Support MDW leadership in positioning NFSS for long-term success and potential growth opportunities
• Contribute to MDW's broader NASA strategy as the company expands its footprint across the Agency

• 10+ years of management experience
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-Center or geographically distributed teams
• Strong understanding of Federal financial management, PPBE, budget execution, and reimbursable processes
• Proven ability to engage effectively with senior government executives

• Familiarity with NASA processes, systems and organizational construct
• Experience managing contracts exceeding 100 FTEs
• PMP or equivalent program management certification
• Experience driving process improvement, automation, or data analytics initiatives

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Public Administration, or related field

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Incorporated in 2012, MDW is a small business headquartered in McLean, VA with a strong presence in Huntsville, AL. We provide Federal government clients with financial management, strategic planning, acquisition, and program execution. Our mission is to make our clients more successful by providing honest assessments, exceptional analysis, innovative thinking and unwavering…