Deputy Project Manager

Ready to move from supporting programs to leading them?

At Radiance Technologies, we’re not just filling a role; we’re building our next Program Manager. As a 100% employee-owned company, we’re seeking a Deputy Project Manager to support the Army Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM) Project Office, with a clear path to program leadership.

If you’re coming from a large organization and want real ownership, direct customer engagement, and a faster path to PM responsibility, this is your opportunity.

This position is contingent on funding with an expected start date of July/August 2026.

We have seeking 6 Deputy Project Managers (3 with a secret clearance and 3 with a Top Secret Clearance.

What You’ll Do

• Partner directly with the Program Manager to execute payload development programs supporting critical Army mission needs
• Gain hands-on experience across cost, schedule, and performance management with a clear trajectory to future PM roles
• Support and help lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver on contractual technical requirements
• Develop and manage program schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Identify and drive mitigation of program risks, ensuring proactive execution
• Prepare and deliver monthly status reports and leadership-level updates
• Support and participate in Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and technical reviews
• Coordinate across engineering, business operations, and Government stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution
• Assist with budget tracking, resource allocation, and program planning
• Support hardware procurement, travel planning, and operational execution
• Operate independently in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with aggressive timelines

Required Skills/ Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field
• 10+ years of experience supporting Army, DoD, or similar defense programs
• Strong background in program execution, coordination, and team leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Proven ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, mission-driven environments
• U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret clearance

Desired Skills/ Experience

• Master’s degree in relevant technical field
• Experience within an Army Project Office or acquisition environment
• Background in missile systems, payload development, or weapons integration
• Experience supporting or leading engineering-focused programs
• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes across cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills with experience engaging senior stakeholders and customers
• Top Secret Clearance

Why Radiance

• Clear Path to Program Manager: This role is designed to develop your next step, not keep you in place
• Employee Ownership: Your performance directly impacts company success and your own
• More Influence, Less Bureaucracy: Work directly with decision-makers, not through layers
• Mission Impact: Support critical Army programs that matter
• Accelerated Growth: Expand your leadership responsibility faster than at large primes

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.