Shipbuilding Project Manager, Lead

Shipbuilding Project Manager, Lead

The Opportunity:  

As a defense program management specialist, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. Many programs require a significant investment of limited resources, and it’s imperative to keep the project on a productive path. That’s why we need you, a seasoned defense acquisition program management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication. 

As a leader on our team, you’ll implement and maintain organizational programs in support of our Navy. You’ll work with key stakeholders to review contracts and project cost accounting. You’ll help with tactical and strategic planning, and you will have regular interactions with key clients.  

The real impact of project management comes from communication to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets our quality standards. At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you’ll have all the resources to succeed. This is a chance to influence a meaningful mission while learning how to develop and maintain program strategy. 

Work with us and guide unmanned maritime systems to accomplish its program goals within budget for our client.

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 15+ years of experience with the Navy, Navy Shipbuilding, DoD Industry, DoD contractor, or government civilian role leveraging complex analytic techniques to address programmatic, operational, or strategic issues

• 10+ years of experience with managing personnel and projects within Navy Shipbuilding, Surface, Undersea, or Special Projects

• Experience with leadership of diverse technical teams or working groups

• Experience in a leadership role in the Navy managing project costs, schedule, and performance

• Experience with developing and providing briefs to senior officers, flag officers, senior civilian, or staff

• Knowledge of operational Navy surface and undersea domains

• Knowledge of Naval architecture, engineering, ship design, development, and fabrication

• Ability to articulate complex issues to Navy or DoD decision makers

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have: 

• Possession of excellent analytical, operational, and problem-solving skills

• Possession of excellent oral and written communications skills

• Top Secret clearance

• Master’s degree

• PMP Certification

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

  

Create Your Career: 

Grow With Us 
Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms. 

A Place Where You Belong 
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time. 

Support Your Well-Being 
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home. 

Your Candidate Journey