Alternate Senior Program Manager

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

Alternate Senior Program Manager

Job Duties (Description of specific duties in a typical workday for this position):

• Serve as the designated backup to the Senior Program Manager with full authority to act on all program matters relating to the day-to-day operation of the contract.
• Maintain readiness to assume PM responsibilities in the absence of the Senior PM, ensuring continuity of leadership and contract performance.
• Perform another job function within the scope of the contract while being available to step into the Senior PM role as needed.
• Support ongoing execution of tasks related to Foreign Military Sales (FMS), security cooperation, defense exports, and related program areas.
• Participate in team leadership, quality assurance, and communication with key stakeholders.

Requirements (Years of experience, Education, Certifications):

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Security Cooperation / Security Assistance (SC/SA) or relevant military/defense program roles.
• Bachelor's degree required (can be waived with 10 years of SC/SA experience).
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

Nice to Have:

• Demonstrated flexibility and leadership in complex defense program environments.
• Familiarity with international security cooperation policies and FMS program execution.
• PMP certification or prior team lead/managerial experience.

Travel Requirement:

• Travel may be required up to 10% based on operational needs.

This is a full-time position paying a base salary, with full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.

OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.