Program/Project Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- San Diego, CA, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience managing C4ISR systems or similar DoD or Navy programs.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Knowledge of risk mitigation strategies.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel (pivot tables, charts), PowerPoint, Word, and Project.
- Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality reports, briefings, and technical documentation on schedule.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of procurement and logistics processes in a defense or federal contracting environment.
Nice to have
- PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
- Experience working with METOC systems, ISEA support, or other Navy technical environments.
- Experience with tools such as MS Teams, SharePoint, or Navy ERP systems.
- Ability to manage multiple task orders and manage resources to support the METOC program’s immediate and long-term needs.
- Comfortable engaging and building relationships with government leadership team, technical experts, and Fleet stakeholders.
- Able to travel within CONUS and OCONUS.
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II, Security+ CE or equivalent
Full description
Gnostech is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Project Manager to support the Navy and Marine Corps (NAVWAR/NIWC Pacific) Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) In Service Engineering (ISEA) Programs. This role will provide direct programmatic and technical engineering management support to the Service Manager, Service Delivery Managers, and Government Leads. The Project Manager will play a key role by ensuring that schedules, procurement, documentation, and metrics are managed effectively in a complex and dynamic environment. Additional responsibilities include managing deliverables, risk mitigation strategies, and assisting in the preparation of high-level briefings, reports, and technical documentation to support sustainment operations.
Overview
Location
- San Diego, CA. No remote or hybrid work authorized.
Job Title
- Program/Project Manager
Salary
- $90,000 - $120,000
Shift
- N/A
Travel
- Yes, may involve several Contiguous United States (CONUS)/Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) trips as required.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate project activities in support of the Service Manager and Government Leads, ensuring alignment with program goals and milestones.
- Maintain and update comprehensive project schedules, plans, and tracking documents using Microsoft Project and Excel.
- Serve as a primary liaison between government stakeholders and the project team.
- Prepare and deliver CDRL documentation, including developing presentation materials and technical reporting
- Facilitate planning and coordination of project events, reviews, and contingency strategies.
- Develop and deliver executive-level presentations and briefs for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collect, analyze, and report on key performance and program metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
- Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations and DoD procurement policies.
- Support procurement planning and acquisition tracking related to METOC CB-ISEA sustainment initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with government and contractor teams to ensure consistent project delivery and documentation quality.
Minimum Security Clearance
- Current active Secret Clearance
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.