Program / Project Manager III (Key) - NSWCPD Code 24

Company: KMS Solutions, LLC
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Program / Project Manager III (Key) - NSWCPD Code 24 Company Overview: KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being. KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility Position Summary / Objective: The Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) is a Department of Defense entity responsible for research and development, test and evaluation, engineering, and Fleet support services for the Navy’s ships, submarines, military watercraft, and unmanned vehicles. This position supports NSWCPD Code 24 which is responsible for program management, engineering, technical, and logistics support for Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) systems on U.S. Navy Submarines. Essential functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project. Prepare and implement a budget based on estimates. Conduct risk assessments, report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate). Promptly address performance related questions, concerns, and/or complaints throughout the project. Developing and providing assessments associated with contractor team performance, including quality, cost control, schedule, management, and compliance to all contract requirement. Act as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Business-related discipline from an accredited university, and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required for either degree). Ten (10) years of experience in the performance of project management, contract management, budgeting, scheduling, planning, estimating, progress tracking, and planning related to HM&E systems onboard U.S. Navy Submarine programs and projects. Preferred education and experience: Master's degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline from an accredited university, and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (required for either degree). 10 years of relevant experience. Navy and/or NAVSEA experience. Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills to foster a professional, respectful, and collaborative, teamwork environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate. Thorough understanding of, or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed. High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers, and visitors. Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Additional eligibility requirements Work authorization/security clearance requirements: Active Secret clearance is required. Other Duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: None Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status. Telework: Situational telework may be allowed for this position subject to customer requirements/expectations. Travel: Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS Travel up to 10% may be required Benefits and Additional Compensation: KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus. AAP/EEO Statement: KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace. LI-KMS ZR

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