Technical Program Manager

MANTECH seeks a visionary and results\-driven Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the TGS Lightspeed MBSE Development project. This is a remote\-friendly role based out of Herndon, VA, where you will serve as the primary technical authority and strategic lead for a Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) network. **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Directing the end\-to\-end development of the Lightspeed MBSE architecture and ensuring the seamless integration of multi\-domain models into a unified digital source of truth. * Proactively identifying and mitigating programmatic and technical risks while leading a "middle\-out" modeling strategy to infer logical layers from high\-level technical inputs. * Leading Contractor\-led Walkthroughs for Service Provider and USSF leadership, acting as the primary technical interface to ensure zero "critical" validation errors. * Developing and maintaining integrated master schedules (IMS), budgets, and quality standards using both traditional and Agile methodologies. * Ensuring the final architecture natively supports USSF Cameo workflows and the broader DoW digital engineering ecosystem across RF, network, and software segments. * Establishing standards for federated modeling and API\-based integrations to be replicated across other MANTECH programs. * Working with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all USSF and DoW digital thread requirements. **Minimum Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Systems, Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer) and 12\+ years of progressive experience in complex defense acquisitions. * Advanced technical leadership experience managing MBSE programs within the DoD or modern digital thread environments. * Specialized depth in systems engineering and MBSE (SysML/Cameo) to validate models across a federated architecture confidently. * Proven ability to lead technical development with minimal day\-to\-day customer support, making high\-stakes decisions based on high\-level data. * Deep expertise in space segments, network topologies, and API\-based digital integrations. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Master’s or Ph.D. in technical engineering discipline and OCSMP Level 4 (Model Builder \- Advanced) certification. * Familiarity with Lifecycle Service Orchestration (LSO) or federated API architecture. * Experience managing rapid, iterative execution using agile prototyping or "flex\-engineering" frameworks. * Self\-starter with excellent people skills who can drive change and technical excellence throughout a distributed, multidisciplinary organization. **Clearance Required:** * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance **Physical Requirements:** * Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. * Frequently communicates with co\-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering high\-level technical presentations to executive stakeholders.Frequently communicates with co\-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. * Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.