Technical Program Manager

Modern Technology Solutions • Full-time • Washington, DC, US • 1w ago

MTSI is seeking a Technical Program Manager to support a key joint development program. This role is responsible for managing technical planning, readiness, and execution across a portfolio of experimentation events, demonstrations, and multi‑service activities that drive mission advancement and operational integration. The ideal candidate blends program management discipline with operational planning expertise and a strong understanding of complex technical environments. This position is highly collaborative across various geographical locations, requiring coordination across engineering teams, operators, service representatives, and leadership to ensure each event is fully synchronized and technically prepared.

Responsibilities

Lead planning and management of technical experimentation, demonstrations, and integration events across multiple services and partner organizations
Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and event roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives
Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource needs for all technical and operational activities
Ensure program execution remains synchronized with timelines across geographically distributed teams
Identify required systems, networks, cloud/on‑prem environments, and mission‑support infrastructure needed for events
Work closely with engineering, operations, and integration teams to ensure all technical capabilities are configured, tested, transported, and available
Prevent readiness gaps such as missing equipment, misaligned environments, or incomplete service integration
Coordinate with representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and other mission partners to ensure appropriate participation and technical alignment
Facilitate working groups, planning sessions, syncs, and briefings to maintain shared awareness of priorities and progress
Serve as a central communication node between technical teams, operators, and leadership
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date reporting on event readiness, execution status, risks, and decisions
Provide leadership with insights on upcoming requirements, conflicts, resource constraints, and integration challenges
Capture lessons learned from events and incorporate improvements into future cycles.

Required Experience

18+ years of experience supporting or managing DoD technical experimentation, demonstrations, exercises, or integration events
Experience supporting or employing advanced joint C2 and fires-related systems such as JFN and/or CJADC2
Understanding of joint operations, mission systems, C2 concepts, and cross‑service coordination
Strong program or project management background with ability to manage complex technical dependencies
Excellent communication skills with experience coordinating across military, government, and contractor teams
Ability to manage schedules across multiple time zones and distributed locations

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred)
An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field (desired)
Active Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (Level II/III)

Desired Qualifications

20+ years of experience
Prior military, government, or defense‑industry experience in technical operations or joint planning
Knowledge of experimentation infrastructure, cloud/on‑prem integration environments, and service‑specific systems
Familiarity with common PM and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project)

Required Clearance

Active TS/SCI

The pay range for this position in is $170,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

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