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About Decision Technologies, Inc.
Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.
Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.
Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!
We are seeking a qualified Management Administrator / Executive Assistant in Arlington, VA. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work situations. This is a 100% on-site, in-office position during normal government working hours, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Only candidates who can reliably get to Crystal City daily should apply.
YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECURITY CLEARANCE
Position Description:
The selectee will perform as the Decision Technologies Executive Assistant for a US Navy Weapons Engineering and Program Acquisition Support contract.
Responsibilities and Duties:
In the accomplishment of this task, the selectee will be directly responsible for the following:
- Proactive Calendar & Time Management: Autonomously manage and de-conflict complex Outlook calendars for the Program Manager (O-6 CAPT) and Deputy MPM (GS-15). Evaluate competing stakeholder priorities to fiercely protect principals' time and maintain the daily operational rhythm. Exercise independent judgment in resolving scheduling conflicts, reallocating executive availability, and establishing meeting priorities based on program objectives and organizational impact. Update and maintain distribution lists according to standard team composition, understand Navy chain of command, and coordinate meetings across various teams, committees, and stakeholder groups.
- Action Item & Suspense Oversight: Lead the execution of front-office workflows by aggressively tracking internal and external action items, suspense dates, and program deliverables for a 30-person government staff. Analyze incoming taskings and independently determine routing, coordination requirements, suspense timelines, and escalation criteria. Monitor progress of action items affecting Program Office operations and proactively identify execution risks requiring leadership awareness. Serve as the central authority for the management and disposition of executive taskings and organizational suspense requirements. Ensure principals are fully prepared with read-aheads and briefing materials for the next morning's operations.
Zero-Defect Navy Correspondence: Serve as the Program Office's senior administrative authority for executive correspondence and official communications. Draft, format, serialize, and rigorously quality-check official executive correspondence, MOAs/MOUs, and point papers. Ensure strict adherence to SECNAV M-5216.5 formatting rules and Navy chain of command protocols before documents reach the O-6's desk for signature.
Complex Travel Logistics (DTS): Manage executive travel programs and independently execute complex travel planning and voucher processing utilizing the Defense Travel System (DTS). Proactively monitor travel cards, ensure strict compliance with travel policies, and independently interact with DTMC to rapidly resolve voucher errors.
- Executive Meeting Orchestration: Plan, organize, and serve as the technical lead for all Program Office meetings and All-Hands events utilizing the Navy Flank Speed (Microsoft Teams) environment. Serve as the lead coordinator for strategic engagements involving government leadership, fleet stakeholders, support contractors, and external organizations. Develop executive decision-support materials and ensure leadership receives necessary information to make informed decisions. Track resulting organizational actions and oversee execution through completion.
- Information Flow & Office Operations: Manage the flow of information entering and exiting the executive office and determine appropriate disposition, routing, and prioritization. Oversee SharePoint, collaboration platforms, organizational records, and information-sharing practices to support executive decision-making. Escort VIP guests and maintain the utmost professionalism when handling urgent inquiries.
- Professional Office Management: Act as a polished and authoritative gatekeeper for the Major Program Manager, reflecting the command's dignity and operational urgency when coordinating across warfare centers, fleet stakeholders, and defense industry OEMs. Direct day-to-day front-office operations supporting a high-visibility Navy acquisition organization. Represent leadership interests during routine interactions and resolve administrative matters without requiring direct executive involvement.
Maintain Command Readiness: Oversee administrative readiness initiatives supporting government personnel and organizational operations. Direct onboarding, integration, workspace management, administrative continuity, and operational support activities. Manage office resource requirements, procurement coordination, and space allocation activities within established authorities. Develop and maintain administrative controls, procedures, and readiness measures supporting sustained Program Office performance.
Required Qualifications
- At least 4 years’ experience as a prior EA for a senior Defense official
- At least 2 years’ experience as a prior EA for a U.S. Navy program office
- Experience managing principal Navy staff calendars as a delegate using Microsoft Outlook
- Substantial experience creating travel orders with the Defense Travel System (DTS) and interacting with DTMC to resolve travel issues
- Experience serializing and executing formal Navy correspondence on Navy letterhead
- Being a proactive office manager to ensure all office operations are running smoothly
- Experience with SharePoint, Teams, and Office 365 collaboration tools
Desired Qualifications
- At least 4 years’ experience as a prior EA for a U.S. Navy program office
- Experience specifically with U.S. Navy Flank Speed and utilizing Flank Speed Teams for meetings, coordination, and office communication.
Travel
- No travel required
Compensation:
Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
- Company paid Short-Term, Long-Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Certifications
Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
65,000 - 95,000 USD per year(HQ)
About Decision Technologies, Inc.
Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.
Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.
Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!
We are seeking a qualified Management Administrator / Executive Assistant in Arlington, VA. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work situations. This is a 100% on-site, in-office position during normal government working hours, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Only candidates who can reliably get to Crystal City daily should apply.
YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECURITY CLEARANCE
Position Description:
The selectee will perform as the Decision Technologies Executive Assistant for a US Navy Weapons Engineering and Program Acquisition Support contract.
Responsibilities and Duties:
In the accomplishment of this task, the selectee will be directly responsible for the following:
- Proactive Calendar & Time Management: Autonomously manage and de-conflict complex Outlook calendars for the Program Manager (O-6 CAPT) and Deputy MPM (GS-15). Evaluate competing stakeholder priorities to fiercely protect principals' time and maintain the daily operational rhythm. Exercise independent judgment in resolving scheduling conflicts, reallocating executive availability, and establishing meeting priorities based on program objectives and organizational impact. Update and maintain distribution lists according to standard team composition, understand Navy chain of command, and coordinate meetings across various teams, committees, and stakeholder groups.
- Action Item & Suspense Oversight: Lead the execution of front-office workflows by aggressively tracking internal and external action items, suspense dates, and program deliverables for a 30-person government staff. Analyze incoming taskings and independently determine routing, coordination requirements, suspense timelines, and escalation criteria. Monitor progress of action items affecting Program Office operations and proactively identify execution risks requiring leadership awareness. Serve as the central authority for the management and disposition of executive taskings and organizational suspense requirements. Ensure principals are fully prepared with read-aheads and briefing materials for the next morning's operations.
Zero-Defect Navy Correspondence: Serve as the Program Office's senior administrative authority for executive correspondence and official communications. Draft, format, serialize, and rigorously quality-check official executive correspondence, MOAs/MOUs, and point papers. Ensure strict adherence to SECNAV M-5216.5 formatting rules and Navy chain of command protocols before documents reach the O-6's desk for signature.
Complex Travel Logistics (DTS): Manage executive travel programs and independently execute complex travel planning and voucher processing utilizing the Defense Travel System (DTS). Proactively monitor travel cards, ensure strict compliance with travel policies, and independently interact with DTMC to rapidly resolve voucher errors.
- Executive Meeting Orchestration: Plan, organize, and serve as the technical lead for all Program Office meetings and All-Hands events utilizing the Navy Flank Speed (Microsoft Teams) environment. Serve as the lead coordinator for strategic engagements involving government leadership, fleet stakeholders, support contractors, and external organizations. Develop executive decision-support materials and ensure leadership receives necessary information to make informed decisions. Track resulting organizational actions and oversee execution through completion.
- Information Flow & Office Operations: Manage the flow of information entering and exiting the executive office and determine appropriate disposition, routing, and prioritization. Oversee SharePoint, collaboration platforms, organizational records, and information-sharing practices to support executive decision-making. Escort VIP guests and maintain the utmost professionalism when handling urgent inquiries.
- Professional Office Management: Act as a polished and authoritative gatekeeper for the Major Program Manager, reflecting the command's dignity and operational urgency when coordinating across warfare centers, fleet stakeholders, and defense industry OEMs. Direct day-to-day front-office operations supporting a high-visibility Navy acquisition organization. Represent leadership interests during routine interactions and resolve administrative matters without requiring direct executive involvement.
Maintain Command Readiness: Oversee administrative readiness initiatives supporting government personnel and organizational operations. Direct onboarding, integration, workspace management, administrative continuity, and operational support activities. Manage office resource requirements, procurement coordination, and space allocation activities within established authorities. Develop and maintain administrative controls, procedures, and readiness measures supporting sustained Program Office performance.
Required Qualifications
- At least 4 years’ experience as a prior EA for a senior Defense official
- At least 2 years’ experience as a prior EA for a U.S. Navy program office
- Experience managing principal Navy staff calendars as a delegate using Microsoft Outlook
- Substantial experience creating travel orders with the Defense Travel System (DTS) and interacting with DTMC to resolve travel issues
- Experience serializing and executing formal Navy correspondence on Navy letterhead
- Being a proactive office manager to ensure all office operations are running smoothly
- Experience with SharePoint, Teams, and Office 365 collaboration tools
Desired Qualifications
- At least 4 years’ experience as a prior EA for a U.S. Navy program office
- Experience specifically with U.S. Navy Flank Speed and utilizing Flank Speed Teams for meetings, coordination, and office communication.
Travel
- No travel required
Compensation:
Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
- Company paid Short-Term, Long-Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Certifications
Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The pay range for this role is:
65,000 - 95,000 USD per year(HQ)
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program executive jobs.
- 7 or more years managing large-scale, cross-functional programs from initiation through delivery
- PMP certification or equivalent program management credential from a recognized body
- Experience building and tracking program budgets, schedules, and risk registers
- Demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholders and executive-level communications
- Proficiency with project and program management tools such as Microsoft Project or comparable platforms
- Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, engineering, or a related field required
Tips for Your Program Executive Job Search
Quantify program scope on your resume
Program executives are judged on scale. Replace vague descriptions with concrete scope: budget owned, number of workstreams coordinated, teams led, and timelines managed. Hiring managers screen for evidence you've run something complex, not just contributed to it.
Tailor your resume to each sector
A program executive resume that works for a federal contractor will read differently than one written for a healthcare system. Adjust your language to match the sector's priorities, whether that's regulatory compliance, mission delivery, or revenue-tied milestones, before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by program type
Filter openings by the type of program the role oversees. Technology transformation, capital projects, and community services programs each require different core competencies. Applying to roles that match your program type history dramatically improves your callback rate.
Prepare a portfolio of program outcomes
Bring documented case studies to interviews. A two-minute walkthrough of a program you owned, its constraints, what failed, and how you recovered, demonstrates executive judgment far more than a list of credentials. Practice it until it's conversational.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When an offer arrives, clarify what you'll actually own: budget authority, headcount decisions, and escalation paths. Program executives often accept titles without real authority. Confirm the reporting structure and your decision rights in writing before you accept.
Program Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program executives?
Macy's, JPMorganChase, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority are hiring the most program executives right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in defense, healthcare systems, and large-scale technology transformation programs.
How many program executive jobs are remote?
About 65% of program executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are less common at the most senior levels. Program oversight functions that don't require on-site stakeholder management, such as portfolio reporting and strategic planning, tend to appear in remote or hybrid postings most often.
How do you become a program executive?
Start by building a foundation as a project or program manager, gaining ownership of progressively larger programs with real budget and schedule accountability. Earn a recognized certification such as the PMP to signal competency to employers. Move into roles that require cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management at the director level, then pursue executive-track positions that give you full program ownership and organizational authority.
Can you get hired as a program executive with little experience?
Direct experience running programs is typically required, but candidates with strong adjacent backgrounds can compete. If you've managed complex projects, led cross-functional teams, or owned organizational initiatives without the program executive title, reframe that work in your resume around scope, accountability, and outcomes. Some organizations also hire program executives internally, so lateral moves within your current employer are worth exploring before applying externally.
What does the program executive interview process look like?
Most program executive interviews run three to four rounds. An initial screening with HR or a recruiter is followed by a panel interview with functional leaders who assess your program management approach and stakeholder communication style. Many employers add a case study or scenario exercise where you walk through how you'd structure or rescue a program. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with a C-suite or division head focused on strategic alignment and leadership fit.
Where can I find and apply to program executive jobs?
You can find and apply to program executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
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