Program Manager of IT Systems with Security Clearance

Description Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a senior Program Manager of IT Systems in Lexington Park, MD. Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Spalding offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $150k-$155k annually (depending upon experience) Work Location: Fully Remote. On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received. Essential Functions: * Performs program/project management, technical, and business case analysis to ensure program requirements, budgets, and schedules are met. * Collect, complete, organize, and interpret technical data and financial information relating to program/project milestones * Works closely with government customers, including civilian and miliary leadership to capture resource needs of the program; participate in the hiring and onboarding of new team members * Participates in meetings with government customers, fleet personnel and senior leaders to understand program/project execution and performance * Identifies and tracks Key Performance Indicators across a portfolio of LOG-IT systems and ensures all KPIs are met * Manages and leads a team of highly technical professionals * Other duties as assigned or required Requirements Required: * 25 years of experience leading/directing/supporting software engineering, Naval Aviation Logistics IT programs and/or organizations required * 20 years' experience supporting applications hosted at Pax River Data Center, NAVAIR required * 15 years' experience leading, mentoring, and coaching a team of highly technical professionals; including implementing agile software development practices required * 5 years' experience supporting/working with cloud environments * Demonstrate experience in managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills * Effective communication and leadership abilities * Bachelor's degree in IT or Aviation/Aerospace field of study required Desired: * Working experience with Naval aviation logistics systems and IT tools/technologies desired, i.e. OOMA, Aircraft Inventory Readiness Reporting System, AvPLM, Technical Directives, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Teamcenter, MRO, and DECKPLATE * Prior senior civilian or military service desired * COMFRC or COMFRC East experince. * Experience supporting MCAS Cherry Point Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Education: Bachelor's degree in IT or Aviation/Aerospace field of study required. Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) * Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) * Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) * Short Term & Long Term Disability * Training & Development * Stock Option Plan

Location: Lexington Park, Maryland, US

Posted Date: 11/21/2025