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Cherokee Federal · 2 days ago

Sr Program Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

20+ years exp

Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on serving the government’s mission. The Sr. Program Manager will lead efforts in providing professional and administrative support services for the Space Portfolio Division, overseeing program execution and ensuring alignment with Department of Defense priorities.

GovernmentNon ProfitProfessional ServicesPublic Relations

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the development, integration, and execution of complex research, engineering, and technology programs in support of defense agencies with broad and varied mission requirements

Oversee the execution and integration of CPI, BPR, and organizational efficiency initiatives to support the Space Portfolio Division’s (SPD) mission

Coordinate process improvement efforts across teams to ensure alignment with SPD goals

Apply continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational performance and effectiveness

Lead business process redesign initiatives to increase productivity and quality

Optimize organizational resources and workflows to drive efficiency

Ensure all initiatives align with SPD’s mission and Department of Defense priorities

Collaborate with government stakeholders to clarify program goals, performance expectations, operational requirements, and resource availability

Manage day-to-day program operations by delegating tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables

Initiate and lead planning and implementation activities, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet strategic objectives

Direct and coordinate all program activities, ensuring compliance with technical, administrative, and contractual requirements

Maintain accountability for program performance, including schedule, quality, cost, and risk management

Serve as primary liaison to government clients, senior leadership, and partner organizations to communicate program status and maintain mission alignment

Apply rigorous quality assurance and continuous improvement practices across all deliverables

Monitor project milestones, dependencies, and risks to ensure progress aligns with scope and schedule

Support proposal development, technical documentation, and other program-related deliverables as needed

Perform additional program management duties as assigned to support evolving customer requirements

Qualification

PMP certificationProgram management experienceLeadership of federal initiativesMicrosoft Office SuiteStakeholder managementRisk assessmentContinuous improvement methodologiesBudgetingResource allocationProject planningExecutionExceptional communication skills

Required

Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance

US Citizenship

Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Public Administration)

Minimum of 20 years of program management experience, including leadership of large-scale, mission-critical federal or defense initiatives

Demonstrated expertise in leading complex research, engineering, and technology development programs for agencies with diverse operational requirements

PMP certification (or equivalent professional credential) required

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to effectively engage with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Must hold an active Secret security clearance

Must be able to pass a US federal government background investigation and a drug screen

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other possible benefits as provided

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees