Akima

Company Overview

Work Where it Matters

Truestone, an Akima company, is not just another federal lifecycle solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Truestone, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Truestone provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Truestone delivers everything from requirements and design to operations, logistics, and support at every lifecycle stage for complex systems and networks.

As a Truestone employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description

Truestone is seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to lead a critical communications system installation project on a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier (CVN).

The selected individual will be responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of the upgrade, ensuring that all project objectives are met within scope, on time, and within budget. This is a high-visibility role that requires exceptional leadership, communication, and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages program(s) to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.
• Responsible for the delivery of an assigned program(s).
• Manages the planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery.
• Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and prepares reports to senior management.
• Responsible for managing activities of external consultants and/or vendors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
• Typically requires BA and 5-7 years.

Qualifications

• BA, 5-7 years' experience in project management.
• Experience in managing external consultants and/or vendors.
• Experience tracking budgets, performance and preparing reports for senior management.
• An active Secret clearance required.

Benefits Description

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees.

Job ID

2025-17598

Work Type

Hybrid