Mid-Level Technical Program Manager

Hepburn and Sons is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Program Manager to reduce programmatic and technical risks and achieve better outcomes through more efficient and effective transition of S&T investments into development of future military systems.

This is a contingent position based on award/funding from the customer.

Working at Hepburn and Sons LLC

Working at Hepburn means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of today. We honor handshakes as rigorously as contracts. We keep trust at the forefront of every decision we make and customer we serve! We believe there is no greater principle in business than that of building a solid foundation of trust. We hold one another to the highest levels of integrity and ethics. We cherish every opportunity given to us by our clients. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. 

• Assist Program Officers with conceptualizing, developing, budgeting for, and socializing new Fundamental Research programs, new Technology Candidates (preFNCs), new Future Naval Capabilities (FNCs) and new Innovative Naval Prototypes (INP) Programs
• Support the development of investment strategies, technology roadmaps, preparation of warfighting payoff assessments, and prepare periodic updates to the program investment plans, as required
• Support preparation of draft briefing materials, meeting/trip agendas, reports, correspondence, and action item tracking
• Liaise with Senior Navy Officials and senior leadership at other Services, Department of Defense (DoD) organizations and international DoD partner services and organizations
• Support in special studies and technology advisory panels, as required
• Assist and coordinate Program Officers plans, projects and program activities with other DoD organizations and other Government agencies to support, facilitate, and avoid duplication of investments
• Assist in developing and maintaining key documents and master plans that incorporate all relevant studies and analyses
• Track Department Whitepaper Submissions against the Long-Range Broad Agency Announcement

• Must be a US Citizen
• Active DoD SECRET clearance
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience
• Seven (7) years of experience in engineering, mathematics, or science, including biology, chemistry, computer science, and physics
• Recent experience (last 5 years) in federal acquisition and budgeting
• Experience in evaluating and developing analytical models, procedures, and techniques
• Experience in executing and reviewing technical studies, analysis, and design activities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint, and Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience with DoD RDT&E program/budget exhibits & RDT&E strategic plan