Position Overview
ERT is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support upcoming work at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) managing critical government IT systems.  Duties include planning, implementing, and overseeing government-issued task orders essential for supporting the mission, collaborating closely with senior customer stakeholders, consulting on task plans, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and driving process improvement initiatives across all task orders. 

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and manage contract activities effectively.Ensure strict compliance with contract terms, government policies, and company procedures.Drive customer satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate contract status reports and deliverables.Oversee subcontractors' integration, utilization, and performance.Identify and resolve cross-contract issues and mitigate project risks.Optimize staff utilization and availability.Lead project scope definition, planning, and delivery.Support staff career development and training initiatives.Assess and modify program plans as needed for cost, schedule, and technical performance.Define and implement performance measures and quality standards.Regularly report program status and issues to management and stakeholders.

Required Skills

15+ years of progressively relevant management experience in government task order-based contracts. Deep understanding or implementation of microservices for a mission critical government IT systemExperience with implementing or managing a data lake for a mission critical government IT systemStrong understanding of program management principles, financial analysis, risk management, and compliance.Ability to manage large multidisciplinary teams and drive collaboration.Excellent consensus building, team building, and decision-making skills.Proficient in systems/architecture, science, engineering, satellite data acquisition, and data management PMP certificationExcellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Ability to perform effectively under pressurePrevious experience supporting technical contracts at NOAA, NASA or similar federal agencyMust be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Education
BS in Earth science, meteorology, oceanography, or related discipline, or equivalent.

Location
Work is located in Silver Spring, MD with onsite or hybrid work schedule available.

Salary
The salary range for this role is $122,000 - 276,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT uses several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the position's scope and expected duties, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  

Benefits
All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) retirement plan with company-matching11 Paid Federal Government HolidaysPaid Time Off (PTO)Basic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityEmployee assistance program (EAP)Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsProfessional Membership ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramCompetitive compensation planDiscretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performancePublication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses

ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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