Assistant Program Manager at defense/national-security firm Areté, based in Falls Church, VA: supports Program Managers by drafting project management plans, tracking budgets and labor hours, managing contract deliverables, and coordinating proposals and program reviews. Core tools are Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
Compensation
$100K–$150K / yr
Location
Falls Church, VA, US
Work setup
Not specified
Seniority
Not specified
Employment
Contract
Experience
Not specified
Category
Project management
Posted
Skills
cybersecurity
microsoft-project
program-management
signal-processing
typescript
Must have
Bachelor's degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, in a team, and directly with external customers
U.S. citizenship required
Must pass government security investigation and meet eligibility for access to classified information
Successful passage of criminal background screen
Successful passage of DOT drug test
Nice to have
Experience with Microsoft Project
An active security clearance
Background or interest in STEM
Full description
At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee- owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.
As an Assistant Program Manager at Areté, you will support programs across the enterprise, working from our office in Falls Church, VA office. This position involves working closely with Program Managers to develop and deliver solutions critical to national security, specializing in remote sensing, signal processing, physics-based modeling, and data analysis. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position. This position requires a minimum of active security clearance.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assisting the Program Managers in preparing and maintaining formal project management plans,
including:
Assisting the Program Managers in preparing and maintaining formal project management plans,
including:
Objectives/Scope of Work
Contract Deliverables
Schedule & Milestones
Staffing Approach
Risks & Mitigation Plans
Needs for Government Furnished Equipment/Information
Coordinating with customers
Supporting budget management by:
Planning and tracking staff labor hours
Monitoring travel and ODC expenses
Working with the Finance Team to produce monthly financial status reports
Assisting with contract deliverable management and production by:
Coordinating with internal staff to ensure on-schedule delivery of contract requirements
Reviewing deliverables for completeness before submission
Following up with customers for receipt and acceptance
Generating project management-related deliverables, such as project plans, monthly reports, and transition packages
Additional Duties:
Supporting proposal management, including:
Tracking deadlines and ensuring on-time data call submissions
Coordinating tasks for response teams
Consolidating and uniformly formatting text input
Proofreading and compliance validation
Coordinating cross-program resource allocation for areas like security, IT, and IA costs
Supporting Sector operations, including:
Assisting with monthly Program Management Reviews
Assisting with routine Sector communications
Assisting with monthly Sector interactions with corporate Operational organizations including:
Assistant Program Manager at Areté (Falls Church, VA, US) — aijobsearch
Contracts
Cyber Security
Facilities
Information Technology
Procurement
Security
We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:
Generous PTO and Leave Times
Flextime Scheduling
Bereavement
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental Leave
Financial Benefits
401K Retirement Plan Contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Funds
Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Qualities We Look For:
Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
Integrity and responsibility in all actions
Collaboration across teams and specialties
Responsiveness in fast-paced environments
Passion for national security and excellence
Experiences and Background We Look For:
Bachelor’s degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently, in a team, and directly with external customers
Nice to Have:
Active TS/SCI
Experience with Microsoft Project
Background or interest in STEM
The salary range for this role is $100,000/yr to $150,000/yr; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Other Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
Other Considerations
Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.
Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.
Areté does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. All agency engagements must be authorized in advance through a written agreement with Areté's Human Resources Department. Areté will not be responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited submissions, and any such submissions will be considered the property of Areté without obligation to the submitting party.