SMX is seeking a Program Manager to serve as the Government’s primary point of contact, providing overall leadership and guidance for all contractor personnel assigned to various programs across PACOM and subordinate commands. The Program Manager will help grow the SMX footprint throughout the PACOM Area of Responsibility (AoR).
The Program Manager must be available to be on-site and at contractor locations in Honolulu, Hawaii—including JBPH-Hickam, Camp Smith, and other sites on island—with travel required to other areas of the AoR. Duties include the assignment of tasks to contractor personnel, supervision of ongoing technical efforts, and management of overall program performance.
The Program Manager is responsible for the effective and efficient management and execution of assigned programs, to include both technical performance and business processes. This role holds the authority to make decisions for the contractor’s organization in response to Government concerns and proactively communicates potential contractual, programmatic, or resource impacts to the Government. Periodic travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations is required.
Required Qualifications:
- Security Clearance required – Active TS/SCI
- Experience having direct oversight of a program or portfolio valued at ~$100M or more
- 10+ years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) specific to the PACOM Area of Responsibility
- Experience managing large-scale C5ISR programs
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
- Ability to work cross-functionally in both Business Development and Operations capacities
Desired Qualifications:
- Active Program Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI
- Demonstrated experience bringing innovative solutions to technical and management program requirements
- DAWIA certification—Level II or III
- Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Direct oversight of a program or portfolio valued at ~$100M or more
- 10+ years recent experience specific to the PACOM Area of Responsibility
- Experience managing large-scale C5ISR programs
- Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
- Ability to work cross-functionally in Business Development and Operations capacities
- Must be available to be on-site in Honolulu (JBPH-Hickam, Camp Smith, other island sites) with travel to other AoR locations
- Active Program Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI
- Demonstrated experience bringing innovative solutions to technical and management program requirements
- DAWIA certification Level II or III
- Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — About four weeks of PTO plus 11 paid federal holidays are highlighted in careers materials. Paid military leave on some roles further expands time‑off coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
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What We Do
SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
