Program Manager - DARPA

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead contractor support to a high‑visibility defense research and development portfolio. This position oversees the day‑to‑day execution of a complex mix of financial, administrative, acquisition, and technical support activities. As a designated Key Person, you will manage a multidisciplinary team, ensure performance meets demanding quality standards, and serve as a primary interface to senior Government leadership.

The Senior Program Manager provides overall leadership and direction for all contractor activities supporting the customer’s office. In this role, you will help senior leadership execute strategic plans and priorities, translating broad guidance into coordinated actions across your team. You will ensure that business and financial management support—such as planning, executing, and tracking front‑office and program budgets—is effectively delivered, and that financial products and reports are accurate, timely, and decision‑ready.

You will direct administrative support to the front office, including management of taskings, calendars, meetings, events, travel coordination, and records, and you will make sure that day‑to‑day operations run smoothly and professionally. You will oversee acquisition‑related support across the full lifecycle of program actions, ensuring that solicitation materials, documentation, and communication with contracting and legal stakeholders are coordinated and maintained on schedule. In partnership with senior technical and analytical staff, you will coordinate support for research and development transition activities, including stakeholder engagement, formal agreement documentation, transition analysis, and associated communication products.

A major focus of the role is personnel leadership. You will manage workforce stability, coverage, backfill planning, and continuity across the contract, with particular attention to the performance and availability of key personnel. You will be responsible for ensuring that key positions are staffed on time and that any changes are carefully managed to avoid mission disruption. You will also participate in formal reviews and governance meetings with Government counterparts, address issues or concerns promptly and professionally, and continuously look for opportunities to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.