**This is for a potential upcoming opportunity.
The Project Manager will provide senior-level program and project management support to PMS 339 Technical Division (T Div) in the planning, acquisition, modernization, and lifecycle sustainment of Surface Navy training systems. You ensure the Fleet receives capable, modern, and mission-ready training systems — on time, within budget, and aligned to warfighting requirements.
Surface Training Systems directly impact:
Sailor qualification and proficiency
Platform readiness
Safe system operation
Lifecycle sustainment planning
Ready Relevant Learning (RRL) execution
Strong program management ensures technical trainers and training devices are delivered, maintained, and modernized in support of Fleet operational capability.
Support PMS 339 Technical Division in:
Programming
Planning
Budgeting
Execution
Lifecycle sustainment
Manage complex acquisition efforts for trainers and training devices
Oversee multi-million-dollar program portfolios
Develop requirements and ensure full delivery execution
Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities
Identify cost, schedule, and performance risks
Develop mitigation strategies
Track program health metrics and execution status
Ensure compliance with acquisition and DoN processes
Oversee development and delivery of: Surface training systems; Technical trainers; Simulation devices
Ensure alignment with Ready Relevant Learning (RRL) objectives
Coordinate lifecycle sustainment planning
Validate training device performance and quality standards
Monitor technical performance and contract execution
Coordinate quality assurance reviews
Ensure documentation accuracy and traceability
Support facility coordination with NAVFAC and A&E firms
Synchronize efforts with learning centers and fleet stakeholders
Serve as interface between:
PMS 339 leadership
OPNAV stakeholders
Fleet representatives
Industry partners
Shipyards and training facilities
Provide clear, executive-level briefings on:
Program status
Decision points
Risk posture
Resource requirements
This role is ideal for senior Navy leaders and acquisition professionals with surface training, technical systems, or program office experience - Officer and Senior Enlisted.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree OR 15+ years relevant experience in lieu of degree
20+ years professional experience
Surface Training Systems
Navy acquisition lifecycle programs
Experience supporting Department of the Navy
PPBE process experience
Helpful Certifications (Not Required)
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awardsfor our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
At Noblis we take pride in solving difficult science, technology, and strategy problems that help our government and our country. By assembling top talent across many different disciplines and domains, we apply expertise to help our customers implement practical solutions.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, the atmosphere at Noblis fosters continuous learning, knowledge sharing, collaboration, independence, and objectivity. We employ only the most accomplished and qualified professionals who work wherever there are challenging problems to solve--near the Washington, DC area and throughout the United States.