Full-Time

Senior Project Manager

Updated on 9/3/2026

Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

51-200 employees

Manages SBA 8(a) operating companies

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Tampa, FL, USA

In Person

On-site at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT Operations (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management

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Requirements
  • Active Top-Secret Security Clearance is required
  • Bachelor's degree or relevant government program management experience may be substituted for formal education
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
  • Knowledge of government acquisition lifecycle and contract administration
  • IT program management methodologies and best practices
  • Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance monitoring
  • Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP) and performance reporting
  • Development of acquisition documentation and contract deliverables
  • Risk management, project scheduling, and performance metrics
  • Collaboration with Government leadership and cross-functional technical teams
  • Executive reporting and briefing preparation
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)
  • Experience supporting USSOCOM or other DoD enterprise IT environments (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Government acquisition regulations and contract management processes (preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of assigned IT projects
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, milestones, risks, and deliverables
  • Provide program management and administrative support for multiple Government IT initiatives
  • Assist with acquisition planning and development of Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), pricing documentation, Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and security documentation
  • Monitor contractor performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Quality Assurance metrics, and contractual requirements
  • Prepare project status reports, scorecards, dashboards, and executive briefings
  • Coordinate with Government Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and contractor personnel to ensure project success
  • Maintain program documentation, contract records, and project repositories using Government-approved systems
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of documentation libraries supporting program operations
  • Review contractor deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and contractual compliance
  • Identify project risks and recommend mitigation strategies
  • Support continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance program execution and operational efficiency
Desired Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Experience supporting USSOCOM or other DoD enterprise IT environments
  • Familiarity with Government acquisition regulations and contract management processes
Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

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Copper River Family of Companies is a portfolio of industry-leading operating companies owned by the Native Village of Eyak. The group participates in the SBA 8(a) program (active since 2006, including current and graduated members) and offers customized solutions and services to clients. The companies deliver their offerings through multiple specialized subsidiaries, combining federal contracting experience with tailored services across diverse industries. The approach centers on leveraging 8(a) status and the collective strengths of the portfolio to meet client needs with personalized, scalable solutions. The goal is to provide clients with practical, customized services while helping participants grow and sustain their businesses within a community-focused organization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beavercreek, Ohio

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The January 2026 TPG deal broadens capabilities and cross-sell opportunities immediately.
  • Copper Lights was launched under SBA mentor-protégé support, improving prime-contract competitiveness.
  • Healthcare staffing and mission-services expansion diversify revenue beyond core IT contracting.

What critics are saying

  • SEWP V ordering ends April 30, 2026, threatening a major federal sales channel.
  • Contracting concentration in federal agencies ties revenue to procurement cycles and set-aside scrutiny.
  • A failed integration of TPG and Aspire Medical Staffing would dilute margins and execution capacity.

What makes Copper River Family of Companies unique

  • Native Village of Eyak ownership gives Copper River 8(a) and tribal contracting advantages.
  • January 2026 TPG acquisition added cybersecurity, analytics, and mission-support depth for federal agencies.
  • July 2026 Copper Lights JV with By Light expands access to defense and Space Force work.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays