Assistant Programs Manager - 30356 at HII in Virginia Beach, VA

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Requisition Number: 30356 Required Travel: 51 - 75% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $126,362.00 - $180,518.00 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Management This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants, uncrewed platforms, and aircraft carriers—HII is able to ensure a high state of readiness driven by their technical and sustainment expertise Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment. Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships. Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results. Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners. Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities. Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose. These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies. Summary Join HII as we provide the maintenance, modernization, and lifecycle readiness of naval platforms to maintain reliable and mission-readiness by delivering coordinated engineering, logistics, modernization, sustainment, and industrial support to the U.S. Navy and allied partners. The Fleet Sustainment team is seeking an Assistant Program Manager preferably in the Hampton Roads or DMV area, but there is flexibility in location based on experience. This position supports the Program Manager with planning, coordination, and execution of all contractual requirements of Technical Support of naval and partner allied vessels, systems, and ship sustainment infrastructure. The Assistant PM will oversee portions of daily program operations, compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and cost, meeting schedule, technical, and security requirements. This role supports the management of multi‑discipline engineering, logistics, and shipyard support efforts across CONUS and OCONUS locations. Key responsibilities include contributions to establishing program milestones, monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, and identifying and helping resolve program challenges through coordinated resource allocation, process improvements, or recommended contractual adjustments. This position ensures effective continuity of operations and provides essential support to the Program Manager in achieving successful program outcomes. *This role is contingent upon contract award.* Essential Job Responsibilities Provide direct support to the Program manager; lead program review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Coordinate program requirements across planning stages with several subcontractors, and direct the work of employees assigned to the program. Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, and proactively resolve program issues. Interface with government customers to ensure program requirements are being met. Develop new business or expand services with the customer. Develop mechanisms for monitoring progress and for intervention/problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. Co