MIKEL invests in people and technology – empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.
Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Position: Program Manager
Nature of Role: MIKEL is looking for a Program/Project Manager. This position will be supporting the TSUB Combat System Contract Program Office - PMS 425. We are seeking a motivated self-starter with experience in the overall planning, direction, and success of major programs, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives that have great significance to the Navy’s Submarine needs. Candidates will need experience being responsible for the overall program definition, organization, and direction of short and long-range plans. This includes the responsibility for formulating and guiding the technical approach; and providing consultation regarding defining and negotiation with activity and agency personnel for necessary resources. Establishment and control of technical milestones, schedules, budgets, and costs are also essential skills for this position.
Minimum Requirements
- 5+ years of experience with Navy Program Management
- 2+ years of experience with Navy Engineering Support
- Ability to analyze and process engineering program documentation
- Ability to assess and update spend plans
- Ability to develop/document/implement new processes
- Ability to analyze program risks and develop risk assessments
- Must be proactive, work independently, and within a team environment
- Active Secret Clearance
- Ability to travel to support client (minimal, 1-3 times per year [Washington, DC, Manassas, VA, Newport, RI])
- Experience or familiarity with the BYG-1 submarine combat system
Preferred Requirements
- NAVSEA and/or Team Submarine experience
- Experience working with various Navy Waterfront entities such as shipyards, installation teams, and regional maintenance facilities
- Familiarity with installation and technology insertion hardware processes and practices
- Experience working in Jira and familiarity with the Agile process
- Experience or familiarity with the Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical System (SWFTS)
Clearance: Active Secret - Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Work Location: Remote Delivery is permitted for this role; however, must be able to provide daily support during core business hours (Easter Standard Time) in the DC Metro area.
MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.
Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of Navy program management experience
- 2+ years of Navy engineering support experience
- Ability to analyze and process engineering program documentation
- Ability to assess and update spend plans
- Ability to develop, document, and implement new processes
- Ability to analyze program risks and develop risk assessments
- Ability to work proactively, independently, and within a team environment
- Active Secret clearance
- Ability to travel 1–3 times per year to support clients
- Experience or familiarity with the BYG-1 submarine combat system
- NAVSEA and/or Team Submarine experience
- Experience with Navy waterfront entities, including shipyards, installation teams, and regional maintenance facilities
- Familiarity with installation and technology insertion hardware processes and practices
- Experience working in Jira and familiarity with Agile processes
- Experience or familiarity with the Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical System (SWFTS)
- U.S. citizenship
What We Do
MIKEL is a woman-owned defense technology and engineering company providing undersea warfare solutions to the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. Its work supports naval mission requirements through systems engineering, requirements analysis, hardware and software specifications, test and evaluation, integrated logistics, operations, maintenance, repairs, and cybersecurity engineering. The company combines undersea operations experience with specialized technical expertise to develop practical, cost-effective solutions for its customers.
