Junior Program Manager Job at Amentum (Chantilly)

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Program Manager to support our government contracting programs. In this role, you will assist senior program managers in the successful planning, execution, and delivery of contracts with federal agencies. You will gain valuable experience in contract compliance, program performance tracking, stakeholder coordination, and the full government contracting lifecycle — from proposal support through contract closeout. This is an ideal position for someone looking to build a long-term career in federal contracting and program management.

Job Responsibility

Support day-to-day program management activities for active government contracts and task orders
Assist in developing and maintaining program documentation, including Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Program Management Plans, risk registers, and monthly status reports
Track program performance against cost, schedule, technical, and quality metrics
help prepare Contract Performance Reports and briefings for government Contracting Officers and Technical Representatives (COTRs)
Monitor contract compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency-specific regulations, and contract terms & conditions
Coordinate with cross-functional teams including technical leads, finance, contracts administrators, subcontractors, and quality assurance
Support budget tracking, funding execution, invoice processing, and financial forecasting
Participate in program reviews, Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), and customer meetings
Contribute to proposal development efforts, including writing past performance volumes, management approaches, and staffing plans
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with government contracting officers, program managers, innovation advocates, and industry partners. Represent the organization at industry events, OT summits, and government-industry days
Help manage subcontractor performance and ensure timely delivery of contract deliverables (CDRLs/SDRLs)
Maintain accurate records in government systems and internal tools
Performance Tracking: Measure the impact of innovation initiatives on win rates, contract value, and delivery outcomes. Provide regular reports and recommendations to leadership

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Information Technology, or a related field required
Master’s degree or PMP/CAPM certification preferred
3-5 years of experience in program/project coordination, preferably supporting federal government contracts
Exposure to government contracting environment (prime or subcontractor) is highly desirable
Internship or entry-level experience in consulting, defense, or federal services is a plus
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills — ability to draft professional emails, reports, and briefings
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
Basic understanding of project management principles and government contracting processes
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with changing priorities
Must be a U.S. Citizen
TS/SCI (Ability and willingness to take and pass a CI poly)
Familiarity with government contracting vehicles (IDIQ, GWAC, GSA Schedules, Blanket Purchase Agreements)
Knowledge of risk management and quality management processes
Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, Jira
PMP, CAPM, or DAWIA certifications
Understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS) and contract types (Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time & Materials)

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AI if applicable to your program
Familiarity with government contracting vehicles (IDIQ, GWAC, GSA Schedules, Blanket Purchase Agreements)
Knowledge of risk management and quality management processes
Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, Jira
PMP, CAPM, or DAWIA certifications
Understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS) and contract types (Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time & Materials)

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

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