Deputy Program Manager at Maxar

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To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

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This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level.

This opportunity supports USSOCOM J39 in advancing its Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) capabilities through integrated analytics, knowledge management, and strategic planning. The effort is focused on solving a critical operational gap: the absence of a centralized capability to effectively manage global information operations data, partner nation SOF knowledge, and trans-regional planning across multiple classification domains.

As an expansion of support to an established USSOCOM customer, this work enables improved synchronization of information operations, enhanced decision-making, and greater alignment across Combatant Commands, interagency partners, and allied networks. The program will deliver mission-critical insights and coordination mechanisms to strengthen influence operations and operational effectiveness in complex, globally distributed environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–10 years of experience supporting DoD, IC, or national security programs
• Experience in program or project management supporting technical teams
• Familiarity with data, AI/ML, analytics platforms, or ISR/GEOINT environments
• Proven ability to manage schedules, risks, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations
• Experience working with government customers (e.g., USSOCOM, DoD, IC)
• Strong communication skills across technical, operational, and executive audiences
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, mission-driven environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP, DAWIA, or equivalent certification
• Experience with Agile / Scrum or hybrid program management approaches
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) or data engineering pipelines
• Background in ISR, GEOINT, satellite imagery, or sensor data
• Experience supporting Special Operations or time-sensitive missions
• Prior military or government service

Pay Transparency:

In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market within California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, and Washington:$99,000.00 - $211,000.00 annually.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

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