Deputy Program Manager - Science Data IT Systems

Position Description
ERT is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support upcoming work at NOAA to help manage critical IT systems for weather data. Duties include:

• Program Management and Leadership:
  • Assist the Program Manager in leading day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are executed on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Oversee the allocation of resources and personnel to meet technical, scientific, and operational objectives.
  • Identify and mitigate risks to maintain continuity of services and smooth program operations.
  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, deliverables, and performance requirements.
• Stakeholder and Client Engagement:
  • Serve as a liaison between the customer, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
  • Collaborate with federal agencies and project leads to understand evolving needs, develop solutions, and report progress on deliverables.
  • Support the Program Manager in facilitating regular meetings, status updates, and progress reports to customer leadership and external partners.
• Team and Operations Oversight:
  • Support, mentor, and manage cross-functional teams, including scientists, engineers, and technical staff.
  • Monitor personnel performance, provide coaching as needed, and ensure a high standard of work quality and accountability.
  • Drive operational excellence through continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Project Management and Reporting:
  • Track and manage project schedules, budgets, and milestones using program management tools and methodologies.
  • Assist in the preparation of detailed reports and presentations on program status, contract performance, and future priorities.
  • Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure quality and timeliness of services.
• Contract Administration and Compliance:
  • Support the Program Manager in managing contract modifications, task orders, and proposal development.
  • Ensure program activities meet federal regulations and adhere to all contractual obligations.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience in program management, project management, or operations management, preferably with previous experience supporitng NOAA, NASA, or similar federal agencies
• Experience with implementing or managing a data lake for a mission critical government IT system
• Strong leadership abilities, program management experience, and technical expertise to help lead multidisciplinary teams working at the intersection of science and technology.
• Proven experience in managing teams and large, complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience in client engagement and reporting.
• Familiarity with budgeting, resource management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired

• Prior experience working with federal government contracts, especially with NASA or other scientific organizations.
• Familiarity with scientific data management or Earth observation science.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and data management services (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus.

Education
Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Computer Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.

Location
The position supports work in Silver Spring, MD and is eligible for an onsite or hybrid work schedule.

Salary
The salary range for this role is $122,000 - 276,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT uses several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the position's scope and expected duties, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits
All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance
• Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses

ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.