Celestar Corporation is seeking a Program Manager to support The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) under the Object Based Intelligence and Quality Assurance (OBIQUA) task order. The Program Manager must be proficient in SAFe methodologies and management. The primary place of performance will be at DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR). If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.
ANTICIPATED AWARD: November/December 2025
ANTICIPATED START: December 20, 2025
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 Base Year 3 Option Years
LOCATION: DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR)
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI with a Current CI Poly
About Us:
Celestar, a proud Veteran-Owned company, offers highly competitive salaries and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes company-paid employee and family dental insurance, employee health insurance, life insurance, and disability coverage. Additionally, we provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching, paid holidays, and personal time off.
Responsibilities:
This opportunity will support multiple DIA initiatives, including the Machine-Assisted Rapid-Repository System (MARS), Object Management Services (OMS), and Object-Based Intelligence (OBI).
The Program Manager will be responsible for Manages project operations, applying SAFe management methodologies, to ensure production schedules are met, system resources are utilized effectively, and that proper relationships are established between customers. Responsible for cost, schedule, performance and risk identification/mitigation on projects including but not limited to systems, tools, equipment, software, facilities and other activities. Coordinates resolutions to production-related problems. In addition, The contractor shall:
Coordinate resolutions to production-related problems. Provide project management, supervision and direction to ensure the successful cost, schedule, and performance of the contract.
Ensure tasks are received, logged, and assigned to the appropriate section personnel for completion.
Monitor task progress and ensure tasks will be completed on time and, if necessary, coordinate with the requester for additional time or clarity.
Close out completed tasks in the designated database or system and ensure the customer receives the requested production.
Have a deep understanding of the following:
Agile Service Delivery Framework
Agile Workflow & Service Execution
Agile-Trained Personnel & Implementation Support
Agile Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
Required qualifications/skills:
• A minimum of 12 years of experience leading large teams within this field with a master's degree
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• A minimum of 17 years of experience leading large teams within this field with a bachelor's degree
• Proven experience leading programs using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), including Agile Release Train (ART) management, Program Increment (PI) Planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to implement Agile best practices in government or enterprise environments, including backlog management, sprint execution, and stakeholder alignment.
Come on board with a company that values its Employees!
Celestar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Celestar Corporation prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; marital status; service member/protected veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.