Project Support Subject Matter Expert

Description

About Chartis Federal

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

This position is contingent upon award.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Support Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the execution of Tactical Communications (TACCOM) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Engineering Support Services. This position supports the Program Manager in coordinating large-scale technical projects, maintaining program controls and dashboards, and serving as a Government-facing point of contact for planning, execution, services, and issue resolution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of TACCOM engineering, modernization, operations, and maintenance projects
• Support the planning, scheduling, staffing, and coordination of multiple large-scale technical efforts
• Serve as a point of contact for ICE regarding system planning, design, execution, services, status, and issue resolution
• Assist with contracts management, reporting requirements, leadership liaison, communications, and other technical and administrative functions
• Develop and maintain project schedules, dashboards, performance measures, action-item trackers, risk and issue logs, and program documentation
• Analyze resource allocation, dependencies, workload, cost, schedule, quality, and performance information
• Prepare recurring status reports, executive briefings, meeting materials, and recommendations for Government leadership
• Coordinate across technical teams, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and Government stakeholders
• Ensure program activities and documentation follow applicable ISO 9001, PMI, ITIL, DHS SELC, security, and accessibility requirements 

Requirements

• Specific knowledge of tactical communications system implementation
• Demonstrated experience successfully deploying P25 digital, encrypted, interoperable tactical communications systems in support of federal law enforcement
• Active Project Management Institute Project Management Professional certification in good standing
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, staff, and coordinate large-scale technical projects
• Experience developing program dashboards, schedules, reports, and executive-level briefings
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the suitability determination required for work on ICE systems and facilities
• U.S. citizenship required

Why Join Chartis Federal?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.