Program Manager – F-35 JPO Security Directorate

Job overview

The Program Manager is an onsite, full-time role in Arlington, VA, with travel to program sites as required. Compensation is $80,000 per year. The position is contingent upon award and supports the F-35 Joint Program Office Security Directorate. The manager leads contract execution for a multidisciplinary security program, applying Department of Defense security expertise to risk analysis, policy review, and program oversight. The role coordinates personnel and resources, advises stakeholders, and maintains quality and compliance across contract activities.

What you'll do

• Apply DoD security management expertise to execute a multidisciplinary security program
• provide recommendations and assistance on security matters
• conduct risk management and analysis and present mitigation options
• analyze security processes and recommend corrective actions
• apply knowledge of AECA, FMS, and security assistance policy
• oversee contractor personnel and subcontractors
• coordinate staffing, training, equipment, documentation, and reporting
• serve as primary government point of contact
• provide leadership, quality assurance, and administrative oversight
• monitor contract compliance and service quality
• report technical, financial, personnel, or managerial issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program manager

f-35 jpo

security management

department of defense

risk management

contract management

arlington va

armada

full-time

$80,000/year

top secret clearance

program oversight

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Top Secret clearance required; contingent upon award; requires at least 10 years of relevant experience and a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree plus four additional years of relevant experience.

About the employer

Armada Ltd is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.