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Program Manager Astor & Sanders Corporation (Astor) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in McLean, VA and is seeking a Program Manager to provide leadership and technical expertise in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD). The Program Manager will be responsible for planning, directing, and executing program and financial management support services across complex, multi-disciplinary Navy programs. This includes oversight of program planning, budget execution, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and performance reporting to ensure successful delivery of contract objectives within defined schedule, cost, and quality constraints. This role supports enterprise-level program management, financial analysis, and technical project execution activities across multiple initiatives and locations. Roles & Responsibilities Lead overall program planning, execution, and delivery for assigned task orders and programs. Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and performance baselines across the full lifecycle. Manage a staff of 100+ people supporting diverse roles. Oversee resource allocation, budget tracking, and cost control activities. Perform risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution. Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates and financial forecasts. Monitor and report program performance metrics and status to stakeholders. Establish and maintain effective communication with Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and Contract Specialist. Lead and conduct biweekly contract status meetings and prepare required contract deliverables (CDRLs). Manage Agile/Scrum teams and project execution methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Critical Path). Coordinate stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and communication channels. Ensure quality assurance, documentation control, and compliance with SOW deliverables. Develop and deliver reports, presentations, dashboards (e.g., Power BI), and executive briefings. Support financial program management, including budgeting, execution tracking, variance analysis, and reporting. Oversee process improvement initiatives, SOP development, and knowledge management artifacts. Ensure compliance with security, Operations Security (OPSEC), and contract administration requirements. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Program Management, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in program/project management supporting DoD or federal programs. Demonstrated experience in - Program planning and execution Financial management and reporting Multi-stakeholder coordination in complex environments Ability to coach and counsel staff to ensure highest levels of professionalism and quality support.  Ability to delegate tasks and responsibility when appropriate.  Strong knowledge of program management frameworks and lifecycle execution. Expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management practices. Experience with Agile/Scrum, SAFe, and hybrid project management approaches. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Project, Power BI, SharePoint, and collaboration tools. Familiarity with enterprise data/reporting environments. Strong data analysis, visualization, and reporting skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in dynamic environments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Knowledge of risk management, quality control, and performance monitoring practices. Experience supporting NAVSEA/NSWC, DoD programs, or similar federal environments preferred. Preferred Certification(s) PMP (Project Management Professional). Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Certification. The range of annual salary for full-time employees for this