Program Manager of IT Systems

Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a senior Program Manager of IT Systems in Lexington Park, MD.  Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.  Spalding offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $150k-$155k annually (depending upon experience) Work Location: Fully Remote. **On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.   Essential Functions: Performs program/project management, technical, and business case analysis to ensure program requirements, budgets, and schedules are met. Collect, complete, organize, and interpret technical data and financial information relating to program/project milestones Works closely with government customers, including civilian and miliary leadership to capture resource needs of the program; participate in the hiring and onboarding of new team members Participates in meetings with government customers, fleet personnel and senior leaders to understand program/project execution and performance Identifies and tracks Key Performance Indicators across a portfolio of LOG-IT systems and ensures all KPIs are met Manages and leads a team of highly technical professionals Other duties as assigned or required Requirements Required: 25+ years of experience leading/directing/supporting software engineering, Naval Aviation Logistics IT programs and/or organizations required 20+ years’ experience supporting applications hosted at Pax River Data Center, NAVAIR required 15 + years’ experience leading, mentoring, and coaching a team of highly technical professionals; including implementing agile software development practices required 5+ years’ experience supporting/working with cloud environments Demonstrate experience in managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Effective communication and leadership abilities Bachelor’s degree in IT or Aviation/Aerospace field of study required Desired: Working experience with Naval aviation logistics systems and IT tools/technologies desired, i.e. OOMA, Aircraft Inventory Readiness Reporting System, AvPLM, Technical Directives, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Teamcenter, MRO, and DECKPLATE Prior senior civilian or military service desired COMFRC or COMFRC East experince. Experience supporting MCAS Cherry Point Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT or Aviation/Aerospace field of study required. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Stock Option Plan