Program Manager

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.

• Lead NFSS operations and serve as a senior interface with NASA leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a geographically distributed workforce.
• Accountable for the successful delivery of all Data Requirements Deliverables (DRDs) under the NFSS contract, supporting agency-wide financial execution, decision-making, and compliance across centers and Headquarters.
• Build trusted relationships with NASA stakeholders, including Center CFOs, Resource Management Directors, and Associate Directors; provide visible leadership and proactive engagement to deliver high-value, mission-aligned support.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Required Experience/Skills

• 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.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• 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.

Education Requirements

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

Clearance Requirements

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

Company Description

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…