Program Manager III (Strategic Submarines) bei Beast Code

Program Manager III (Strategic Submarines)

Who is Beast Code?

Beast Code was founded in 2014 by a small group of friends with a revolutionary vision to transcend the traditional defense solution paradigm and build better technology that supports the mission. Headquartered in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, today we have evolved into a matrix organization of over 200 Beasts scattered across the United States. We are dedicated to delivering modern and intuitive software solutions that directly enhances the warfighter every day. What sets Beast Code apart is how we partner with our customers. We don’t just build for them, we build with them, ensuring every solution meets real world needs. Guided by core values of trust, purpose, and relentless innovation, we’re proudly redefining what it means to serve those who serve.

Program Manager Job Description

Beast Code is seeking an experienced Program Manager (PM) to lead and manage project resources from planning through delivery. PMs serve as the central point of contact between Account Managers, Contract Specialists, Financial Analysts, Product Owners, the Front Office, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders. They ensure that project deliverables, requirements, schedules, and meeting plans are effectively communicated and coordinated across all parties involved. Additionally, PMs provide support during the proposal process, including conducting Red Team reviews.

Program Managers typically report to a Director. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to ensure successful project execution across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Program Manager typically fulfills the following responsibilities:

• Resource Management
• Forecasting
• Timekeeping Oversight
• Proposal Validation
• Quality Assurance
• Travel Coordination
• Customer Requirements Management
• Collaboration Product Owner (PO) and end users
• Timeline Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Iterative Development Demonstration
• Risk Mitigation
• Resource Planning

As a Program Manager, a typical day may include the following: 

• Forecast, allocate, and monitor project resources to maintain the project cost model within acceptable Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Anticipate team member hours at least six months in advance and continuously refine the forecast based on project progress.
• Validate and approve timesheets and advise managers on any employee timekeeping concerns.
• Manage and review project deliverables as a final quality assurance check before submission.
• Manage contract travel requirements in line with project needs.
• Engage with all stakeholders to iterate on and clarify customer requirements.
• Ensure the proper use of software project management tools.
• Oversee execution timelines, manage tasks, milestones, and deadlines, and communicate any schedule changes to stakeholders.
• Attending project reviews and facilitate stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to showcase iterative product development during execution phases and gather customer feedback.
• Track project completion status, identify at-risk tasks, and develop mitigation plans to address potential issues.
• Identify resource constraints and coordinate with managers to initiate hiring activities.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with shore-based Navy maintenance facilities procedures and practice as they relate to successful maintenance execution.
• 6-years' experience managing programs/projects. 
• Familiarity with agile project management tools and methodologies.

Special Consideration:

• Unanet and/or cost performance experience.
• Leading cross-functional teams to determine greatest value between vague requirements.
• Ability to travel once monthly to visit sponsor or customer face-to-face. 
• Leading or understand Design Sprints.
• Understanding of Navy work brokerage, maintenance planning, maintenance execution, and maintenance reporting requirements.
• Experience with bringing on a new class of ship from new construction to underway operations.
• Ballistic Missile Submarine maintenance execution both ashore and during at-sea operations
• Ability to manage customer and end user expectation.
• Ability to provide customer requirements and feedback to company leaders for review and adjudication.

Pay Bands:

Program Manager I: $67,500.00 - $85,800.00

Program Manager II: $85,900.00 - $107,100.00

Program Manager III: $106,500.00 - $129,500.00

Program Manager IV: $119,500.00 - $141,400.00

Program Manager V: $138,200.00 - $166,600.00

Program Manager I 

Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0 to 2 years of related experience. 

Program Manager III 

Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. 

Program Manager III 

Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. 

Program Manager IV 

Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role of the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.

Program Manager V 

Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in this area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Typically requires 10+ years of related experience.

Other Requirements:

• Due to the nature of our work, it is mandatory that you are a U.S. Citizen and able to comply with Government regulations.
• Successfully complete background check and maintain a valid USA driver’s license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance 
• Beast Code is a drug free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing as per all applicable laws

 Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision (60% of premium paid by company)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Unlimited Time Off
• Observes all federal holidays including a week off for Christmas
• Maternity Leave (6 weeks)
• Paternity Leave (3 Weeks)
• Professional Development ($1200 annual allowance)
• Discount Platform
• Pay Transparency
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Hybrid Work

Beast Code is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Beast Code does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.