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Program Manager, Principal

W R Systems
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Security Clearance; TS and SCI eligible.

Travel Requirements: Up to 25%

Location: Norfolk, VA


SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Program Manager, Principal to be responsible for the coordinated management of interdependent and related projects, and for supporting ongoing operations directed towards a common objective including the achievement of a set of business-related goals.


Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Manage and provide programmatic oversight over complex, risky, strategic, and demanding programs.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to monitor cost, schedule, and technical performance of component projects and operations, while working to ensure the ultimate success of the program.
  • Manage and balance customer expectations with internal business goals and participates in business planning efforts and alignment of target goals.
  • Establish direction for functional team and direct reports.
  • Maintain responsibility for all technical and managerial aspects of contract performance, including implementation, technical assistance and program life-cycle support.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Math, Management Information Systems (MIS) or Business.
  • Fifteen (15) years of experience in support of Navy Electronics Systems including:
    • Eight (8) years of program management experience to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning.
    • Five (5) years as an In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT).
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Defense (DoD) procurement policies.
  • Demonstrated success in managing a contract portfolio in excess of $100M.
  • Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Skype.
  • Preferred:
    • PMP certification.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.


Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.


WR is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.


Job Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

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