Navy Hardware Program Manager

Description

Navy Hardware Program Manager: 

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for a Navy Hardware Program Manager to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, you will manage the full lifecycle of ruggedized shipboard hardware systems, from design and prototyping to production, testing, and sustainment. You will oversee multiple task orders, ensuring compliance with Navy performance standards while managing schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead Navy programs across the complete hardware lifecycle: requirements, design, integration, testing, production, sustainment, and obsolescence management
• Collaborate with stakeholders including NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NSWC, Naval Shipyards, and Type Commanders
• Manage all program aspects: scope, cost, schedule, and risk
• Direct cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain 
• Lead proposal and bidding activities, cost control, WBS development, and resource planning
• Ensure program execution meets all contractual, technical, and quality standards (SOW, DoD, CMMI Level 3, ISO 9000)
• Maintain strong customer relationships and act as the primary interface for assigned programs
• Document and improve program-wide processes including revenue forecasting, risk management, and stakeholder alignment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field
• Minimum 12 years of experience managing U.S. Navy hardware system design and production programs

Required Skills:

• PMP certification or equivalent DAWIA advanced PM certification
• Demonstrated success delivering complex programs on time and within budget
• Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) and configuration control
• Experience with cost control and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
• Proficient with configuration/data management tools like IBM DOORS
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Security Clearance

• Eligible to obtain a secret clearance. 

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.