The Role
Lead and manage a PMO supporting a NAVAIR FMS logistics program: oversee project control, budgets, forecasting, contract compliance (FAR/DFARS/DCAA), subcontractor invoice review, CDRL delivery, stakeholder engagement, and PMO process improvements while mentoring staff and providing program financial and schedule reporting.
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Location: Lexington Park, MD (Hybrid)
Position: Program Management Office (PMO) Lead (NAVAIR FMS)
Overview: ITC Defense is seeking an experienced Program Management Office (PMO) Lead to support a NAVAIR Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Logistics program in Lexington Park, MD. This position plays a key role in supporting program execution, business operations, and organizational effectiveness across a complex defense contract environment. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of program management, financial, and operational expertise, along with the leadership skills necessary to contribute to the success of a dynamic and growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with program leadership, government stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in support of critical national defense initiatives.
Responsibilities:
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Position: Program Management Office (PMO) Lead (NAVAIR FMS)
Overview: ITC Defense is seeking an experienced Program Management Office (PMO) Lead to support a NAVAIR Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Logistics program in Lexington Park, MD. This position plays a key role in supporting program execution, business operations, and organizational effectiveness across a complex defense contract environment. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of program management, financial, and operational expertise, along with the leadership skills necessary to contribute to the success of a dynamic and growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with program leadership, government stakeholders, and cross-functional teams in support of critical national defense initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the PMO, including three direct reports responsible for Project Control/Finance, Travel & Purchasing, and CAC/NMCI/SAAR account administration.
- Support the Program Manager in daily contract execution, performance oversight, schedule tracking, financial oversight, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
- Support program management and contract compliance guidance across the program, ensuring adherence to FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations.
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and Estimates at Completion (EAC) to ensure financial accuracy and support program decision-making.
- Manage PMO labor hour allocations and budgeting, ensuring costs align with contract and funding structures.
- Support project control activities, including cost tracking, burn rates, variance analysis, and financial reporting in coordination with corporate finance and accounting.
- Support CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) management, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all contractual data deliverables.
- Review and validate subcontractor and prime invoices, ensuring alignment with budgets, work performed, and contract terms prior to submission.
- Support subcontractor management, subcontract development, and financial monitoring.
- Understand and be able to backfill other roles on the PMO team to include providing training and mentorship to more junior team members.
- Build and maintain cost and schedule tracking tools using Microsoft Excel; leverage Power BI or similar tools for data visualization and dashboarding.
- Interface directly with government customers, responding to inquiries, supporting reviews, and providing accurate program and financial data.
- Identify and drive process improvements to enhance PMO efficiency, reporting accuracy, and communication.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than ten (10) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning; OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and greater than fourteen (14) years of work experience in a field related to FMS, logistics, program management, or a technical or business analysis discipline related to acquisition, life cycle management, analysis, or planning.
- Minimum 5 years of program/project management or project control experience in a DoD environment.
- Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and DCAA regulations, including their application to contract and financial management.
- At least three (3) years of direct project control experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or similar analytical tools is a plus.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including experience interfacing with government customers, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Self-motivated and focused, with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Detail-oriented, maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality in all work products.
- Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.
- Prior experience supporting NAVAIR or other U.S. Navy programs.
- Prior experience supporting Foreign Military Sales programs.
- Familiarity with NMCI account processes, CAC issuance, and SAAR workflows.
- Experience in a small business or growth-stage defense contractor environment.
- Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
- Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
- A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Skills Required
- Master's degree and greater than ten (10) years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree and greater than fourteen (14) years of related experience
- Minimum 5 years of program/project management or project control experience in a DoD environment
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DCAA regulations and their application to contract and financial management
- At least 3 years of direct project control experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Power BI or similar analytical/dashboarding tools
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including interfacing with government customers and senior leadership
- Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one
- Prior experience supporting NAVAIR or other U.S. Navy programs
- Prior experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
- Familiarity with NMCI account processes, CAC issuance, and SAAR workflows
- Experience in a small business or growth-stage defense contractor environment
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The Company
What We Do
ITC Defense Corp. is a dynamic, technology-based, HUBZone-certified business in the global defense market. Our core capabilities in systems engineering and software development have positioned us to provide value added capabilities in today's transitioning marketplace. ITC is also at the forefront of information security technology integration and cyber resilience, leveraging commercial and government best practices to create innovative solutions to battle an ever-evolving cyber threat. The ITC team is comprised of engineers, analysts and subject matter experts with many years of experience working in support of the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Department of Justice, allied Military, and other Government Agencies. ITC recognizes that each customer’s organization has unique requirements which align with its individual culture and goals. With this holistic understanding, we design, develop and integrate an individualized solution to help our customers realize their vision by “Integrating Technology & Culture.”
