Software Development Project Manager
About this role
Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.
We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives.
Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.
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Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide leadership and oversight for a legacy Navy web-based application program in support of NIWC Atlantic and DoW software maintenance efforts in the Norfolk, VA area. The selected candidate will serve as a key personnel resource responsible for managing technical teams, program schedules, cost performance, deliverables, and customer engagement across complex C4ISR software sustainment activities.
Responsibilities:
- Lead planning, execution, and delivery of legacy Navy application and software maintenance and sustainment activities.
- Oversee project scope, schedule, cost, and performance, ensuring alignment with customer objectives.
- Manage multidisciplinary software development and maintenance teams.
- Coordinate installation, integration, and testing efforts for software releases.
- Prepare project documentation, reports, and technical and management deliverables.
- Support proposal development, cost estimations, and bid preparation as required.
- Build effective relationships with government stakeholders, subcontractors, and teaming partners.
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DoD acquisition standards, and Ignite Digital internal processes
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business.
- Active DoD SECRET clearance at time of hire.
- 10 years of direct experience supporting C4ISR software maintenance programs.
- 8 years of direct experience with:
- Information technology–based projects and solutions
- Software design, development, and production
- Installation and test & evaluation of software maintenance solutions
- 4 years as a manager of software development and maintenance projects, including:
- Supervising project personnel and/or technical teams
- Scheduling and coordinating project work
- Writing proposals and preparing bids
- Ordering and/or transporting technical equipment and materials
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with DoD C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems.
- Other relevant industry experience may be considered with COR approval.
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures.
- Strong written and oral communication abilities commensurate with a senior project management role.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage concurrent priorities.
- Effective communicator capable of presenting technical and programmatic information clearly.
- Proven problem-solving skills supporting modernization, sustainment, and C4ISR‑related initiatives.
Salary: $125k+ to align with experience and education
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.
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Top Benefits
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- Paid Time Off
- Education Stipends
- Referral Bonuses
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