Program Manager in Maryland/Washing DC Metro, Washington at Qwaltec

Founded in 2001 on the belief that success begins with quality, Qwaltec is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. We are a team of systems engineers, technical training consultants, program managers, and mission operations experts with deep experience supporting the Department of War, NASA, United States Space Force, and commercial aerospace customers. From ground system operations and mission control to technical training and software engineering, Qwaltec brings space within reach — and we are growing.

We strive for excellence and accountability, and we do everything we can to exceed expectations while acting with integrity and compassion. We invest in relationships, and we value openness, honesty, and fairness in all our endeavors.

Qwaltec is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead technical and management operations supporting satellite command and tracking ground station operations for a Department of War customer. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of ground station command and control systems compatibility, resource allocation, infrastructure, systems security, and contract performance management, serving as the primary interface between Qwaltec, our team, and the government customer.

This is a leadership position with real ownership. You will formulate and enforce work standards, supervise contractor personnel, and support proposal and business development initiatives that shape the future of the program and of Qwaltec. This position is fully on-site in the Maryland / Washington DC Metro area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee technical and management operations, including ground station command and control systems compatibility, resource allocation, infrastructure, and systems security

• Manage contract performance and participate in customer briefings and meetings

• Formulate and enforce work standards, assign schedules, review work discrepancies, and supervise contractor personnel

• Support ground station proposal plans, specifications, financial terms, and business development initiatives

• Conduct business briefings and presentations for government and industry stakeholders

• Collaborate with Qwaltec leadership to align program execution with company capabilities and growth objectives

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, a science discipline, economics, business management, or related field

• 5 years of relevant experience

• Background in ground station maintenance and operations, infrastructure, and networks

• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to conduct business briefings and presentations

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance required

• Ability to work fully on-site in the Maryland / Washington DC Metro area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing Department of War or other federal contracts as a program or deputy program manager

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams in a 24/7 mission operations environment

• PMP or equivalent program management certification

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package

• Professional development support and training budget

• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven, women-owned small business at the forefront of space operations

Why Qwaltec?

Qwaltec is more than a contractor — we are a team dedicated to mission success on and off the planet. Our work spans NASA, USSF, and commercial constellations. We are a company where your contribution is visible, your voice matters, and your growth is a priority. As a small business, you will have direct exposure to leadership and real influence over Qwaltec's future.

Qwaltec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.