Program Manager
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field is required.
- At least seven years of experience managing military support programs is required.
- At least five years of experience leading large teams delivering user-centered digital solutions in military or government contexts is required.
- Knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes is required.
- The role requires the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and external contacts.
- The role requires strong interpersonal skills and good judgment, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- The role requires the ability to lift 25 pounds occasionally, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and twist, bend, and squat periodically.
- Validate technical and financial reports, analyze metrics, identify and mitigate risks, identify areas for improvement, and develop corrective-action solutions that meet operational goals.
- Conduct program meetings and reviews, and coordinate briefings with customers and senior management.
- Interview, hire, and onboard personnel; provide team supervision, coaching, and mentoring to ensure technical efforts remain within budget and schedule and meet customer requirements.
- Manage and plan contracts, and direct and monitor program budgets, schedules, and performance standards to ensure the customer receives quality support.
- Serve as the primary customer contact for program information.
- A current Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification is preferred.
About the company
Bowhead, via UIC Government Services (UICGS), provides federal contracting and government services to defense and civilian agencies. It offers IT, logistics and marine services, engineering, program management, and development and support of military training and modeling and simulations. It coordinates a family of subsidiary companies to tailor end-to-end solutions, including operations and maintenance and lifecycle support. Its goal is to help federal agencies meet missions by delivering reliable, integrated contracting services and mission-ready programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Alexandria, Virginia
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- On June 29, 2026, Bowhead Base Operations won a $30 million Navy telecom IDIQ.
- On September 30, 2026, Bowhead Weapons Development Solutions won a $60.6 million Navy task.
- Bowhead acquired Delta Solutions in 2024, broadening cleared defense and engineering capacity.
What critics are saying
- Pennsylvania WARN filings show Bowhead Logistics Management cut 307, 208, 238, then 148 jobs in 2026.
- Bowhead’s growth depends on Navy and DoD awards, exposing it to protest and recompete pressure.
- Federal ANC scrutiny could weaken Bowhead’s set-aside advantage and crush its contract pipeline.
What makes Bowhead unique
- Bowhead’s ANC ownership preserves 8(a) and sole-source access across federal agencies.
- On April 21, 2026, Bowhead earned CMMI Level 3 across its family companies.
- On July 21, 2026, DoW deemed Bowhead’s MBSE capability awardable through Tradewinds.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays