Program Manager
Space Science and Engineering Division

GS-35F-0533L

QUALIFICATIONS:   Managers at this level must have demonstrated the capability to successfully lead information technology projects of significant scope and complexity with multidisciplinary teams of computer scientists, database engineers, systems analysts, training and documentation specialists, and other technical specialists. A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering is required as a minimum; and an advanced degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related academic field is highly desirable. Outstanding organizational, management, communications, technical, and interpersonal skills are essential. The Program Manager must have a working knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of the range of information technology tools to select the optimum combination of tools to solve the client’s near- and long-term objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Program Manager coordinates large programs and develops project activities for clients, which involve an optimal combination of the information technology disciplines. An individual must have mastered the skills and have the reputation of a proven professional project manager. This individual understands the contribution of the many disciplines required for complex technical projects and has chosen the project management career path in contrast to a more technical scientific or administrative management role.

In the Space Science and Engineering Division, the Program Manager:

  • Consults with the client throughout the project to ensure the client’s objectives are met, helping the client to realize how changes in technology impact their planned and existing systems.
  • Serves as the client’s principal point of contact on technical and contractual issues.
  • Manages large multidisciplinary hardware/software technology projects involving systems development, enhancement, modernization, and re-engineering.
  • Manages projects involving change management, business process analysis, and management of information resources.
  • Assembles multidisciplinary project teams using concepts of matrix management.
  • Commands a thorough understanding of contracting procedures, rules, and regulations for SwRI, and industrial, Government, and foreign clients.
  • Has overall responsibility for technical quality, and contract and financial management of the project.
  • Responsible for managing complex information technology projects to ensure schedule, cost and contractual conditions are met.

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