Sigma Defense is seeking a Senior Program Manager to provide support to Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) in Norfolk, VA.  The individual in this role will provide the interface with the Government COR, Contracting Officer, senior government managers, senior military officers and provide briefs on project progress. The Program Manager will be responsible for the hiring, capability development, discipline, and dismissal of contract personnel. Provide the expertise necessary to support the role of Fleet Deployment Training Program Support (FDTPS) tasks in the various task areas contained within the contract and prepare the workforce to support emerging requirements that will evolve during the contract period of performance. Responsible for all aspects of contract support to ensure a balance of efficient and effective operations.

The ideal candidate is a team-oriented, customer-focused program manager who has experience leading working groups and cross functional teams with at least 8 years of experience with managing large, complex projects dealing with Navy and/or Defense training operations and policy. Echelon III (or higher) staff experience is ideal. A candidate should have an understanding of Navy fleet training policy and programs. Knowledge of the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) and Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP) are highly desired for this opportunity.

This is a contingent position that is pending award of contract. This means that the position is subject to the successful awarding of a contract and will be confirmed once the contract is finalized. The candidate selected for this role will be offered the position on the condition that the contract is awarded to our organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.