Deputy Program Manager
Caci Technologies
Austin, TX · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Deputy Program Manager
Job Category: Project and Program Management
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead the development, integration, testing, and delivery of software and hardware solutions supporting the Navy’s MQ-4C TRITON UAV program.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Deputy PM will drive execution to the plan, to include schedule, scope, budget, deliverables, and technical performance. This opportunity will require hands-on leadership, pro-active team engagement in a matrix environment, and an adaptive, resilient mind-set. This program includes research and development, product development, systems integration, production, fielding, sustainment, and operational support activities.
The successful candidate will be a leader who develops an understanding of the customer’s mission and intent, builds strong relationships with the internal technical and program team, identifies emerging risks, organizes and prioritizes tasks, and manages ambiguity effectively.
Responsibilities :
Accountable for overall performance and delivery of defined deliverables with strict adherence to customer requirements, quality standards for products and/or services, and on contract growth of tasking
Establish metrics and monitor progress to ensure contract compliance, customer satisfaction, and achievement of company goals and objectives
Review Statements of Work, CDRLs, customer needs, and requirements to inform schedule and tasking
Generate and maintain detailed MS Project schedule to include milestones and dependencies, and to evaluate critical path and schedule slack
Apply financial management principles and practices to identify funding needs for labor and Other Direct Costs (e.g., travel, materials)
Perform as project lead in resolution of technical problems that would critically impact performance, schedule, or cost
Conduct weekly team meetings to review schedule and tasking (e.g., Jira board) with team members.
Generate or provide inputs to management-level deliverables
Develop and maintain relationships with new customer contacts and help to identify solutions to customer problems that lead to new business opportunities
Actively identifies additional/expanded tasking with existing customers and defines technical requirements for draft statements of work
Implement strategies to improve open and honest communication with team; communicate policies and directives to enhance employee awareness and clarify expectations
Required Qualifications:
US Citizen and Active TS/SCI Clearance
Typically requires a degree (BA/BS) from an accredited university or equivalent experience and minimum 7+ years work experience in a technical field related to Signals Intelligence or other MULT-INT technologies
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
7+ years in project or program management experience
Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical architectures and implementations associated with complex Multi-INT and distributed intelligence solutions to customer leadership
Exceptional interpersonal skills including active listening and conflict resolution
Ability to manage in a diverse and dynamic environment with short notice taskings
Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining cooperative, force multiplying relationships with peers within the company
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with government contracting and acquisition processes
Relevant subject matter expertise in the Airborne Multi-INT systems
Experience managing programs/projects with budgets greater than $2M
Active PMP certification
Experience delivering mission capabilities through iterative development processes
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is: $90,300 - 189,600 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.