Deputy Program Manager, Phased-Launch Test Delivery

About the role

Amentum is seeking a seasoned professional to serve as Deputy Program Manager (DPM) for the Phased-Launch Test Delivery (PLTD) project, which is part of the U.S. Navy's launch test facilities research and development program. The DPM supports the PLTD Program Manager in completing contractual requirements and reporting, and performs key management, reviews and controls of financial and procurement items. The position is contingent upon contract award and is based in Houston, TX.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure project compliance with FAR, dFARs, federal regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Review, understand and assist in managing the project contract and its deliverables.
• Assist the Program Manager in managing the project budget with established budget tracking tools, and help develop new or updated tools as needed.
• Identify budget issues or shortfalls and implement corrective strategies.
• Review financial documentation such as contract modifications, invoices, funding documents, sole source justifications and purchase orders.
• Ensure management and contract reports are accurate before submission.
• Work with the business team to ensure subcontractors are paid on time, and support ad hoc financial analytics and budget adjustment requests.
• Manage customer expectations through proactive, consistent and transparent communication, and ensure timely processing of procurements required by the government customer.
• Communicate with the contract officer and government leadership as necessary, and work with the Program Manager to resolve project issues.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in business management, accounting, program management, economics or a closely related field.
• At least 6 years of contracting, financial and/or accounting experience.
• At least 4 years of leadership or managerial experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, dFARs and other contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred qualifications

• Masters degree in a related field.
• Experience in defense contracting or defense financial management.
• Current DoD Secret (or higher) security clearance.
• Familiarity with Amentum processes and Costpoint accounting software.

What we offer

• Salary range of $120,000 to $165,000.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
• Disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.