Deputy Program Manager

Location: Robins AFB, GA, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager to support the Product Data Systems Support (PDSS) program located at Robins Air Force Base.

 

Location: Robins AFB, GA

 

Role & Responsibilities:

 

The Deputy Program Manager supports the Program Manager in the effective execution and oversight of program activities, personnel, subcontractors, deliverables, and performance requirements. This person works closely with government stakeholders, Peraton leadership, and a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts to ensure program objectives, contractual requirements, and service level commitments are consistently achieved.

 

The successful candidate excels in communications, collaboration, critical attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast, paced operational and leadership environment. 

 

Additionally, the Deputy Program Manager will:

• Provide program management support including administrative oversight, timekeeping compliance, financial tracking, cost projections, inventory management, and personnel evaluations.
• Oversees achievement of operational service level objectives and performance metrics, including effective management of subcontractor performance.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and submission of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs) and other program deliverables.
• Support workforce planning, personnel development, onboarding, and performance management.
• Provide leadership and guidance to program personnel, fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Assist in identifying and resolving program risks, issues, and resource constraints to maintain schedule and performance objectives.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and technical documentation.

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant professional experience, or 15 years of relevant professional experience with demonstrated leadership or management experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated experience in financial and procurement management, human resources, and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial program performance, including rate calculations, variance reporting, forecasting, and estimate to complete.
• Experience performing performance monitoring of contracts; including establishing and reporting on contractual service level agreements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, exceptional professional attitude, and collaborative management style.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• The ability to obtain/maintain a DoD level Secret security clearance.
• The ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a hybrid on-site/remote work team.
• PLM systems experience.
• Active DoD level Secret security clearance.
• Recent DoD CAC (within the past two years).
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.