Program Manager

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, providing Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance (SETA) support to clients across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

Job Description

The Red Gate Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to manage a contract providing Acquisition Policy Expertise to the Acquisition Policy & Innovation (API) Directorate, a key component of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (USD(A&S)). API plays a pivotal role in enabling innovative acquisition strategies to deliver timely and effective capabilities to the Warfighter, managing and shaping policies for a $2 trillion portfolio of warfighting systems and services.

As a Program Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight and ensure programs adhere to the highest standards of cost, performance, and schedule. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence decision-making at the highest levels of the Department of Defense, supporting API’s mission to deliver cutting-edge capabilities and strategic acquisition data to leaders across the Defense Acquisition Community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary interface between the API Directorate and government leadership, responding promptly to requests and providing actionable solutions.
• Oversee the onboarding and offboarding of contractor personnel, ensuring compliance with all government-required procedures and documentation.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) addressing progress on key projects, metrics, risks, and upcoming milestones.
• Lead a team in driving strategic initiatives, managing program portfolios, and aligning project objectives with API’s mission to support acquisition pathways.
• Ensure effective communication and delivery of professional briefings to senior DoD leaders, including Flag Officers, General Officers, and members of the Senior Executive Service.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 7 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree or substantial equivalent occupational experience 
• Minimum two years of experience with Microsoft Office™ and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in delivering high-level briefings to senior military and civilian leaders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of experience leading teams of 20 personnel.
• Extensive experience managing program cost, performance, and schedules for programs valued at $20 million or more.
• Background in supporting Headquarters-level DoD organizations, such as Agencies, Joint Staff, Services, Components, Major Commands, or Combatant Commands.

Additional Information

The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.  EEO is the Law