Program Manager Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO
Program Manager jobs in Colorado Springs are concentrated in the defense and aerospace corridor near Peterson Space Force Base and Schriever, the downtown Innovation District, and the Briargate technology hub, with strong demand across federal contracting, cybersecurity, and healthcare systems. Employers hiring right now include Sanmina, BlueWater Federal Solutions, and Odyssey Systems Consulting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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This role focuses on serving as the Space Cyber SW Capabilities contract PMO Lead supporting the Defensive Cyber Operations for Space (DCO-S) program for United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) and Combat Forces Command (CFC). The PMO Lead will work alongside the Program Director to assist in leading a large team to meet program goals and contract performance. The PMO Lead directs contractor project management office activities, including planning, scheduling, risk management, quality management, personnel/industrial security, reporting, and resource coordination to ensure successful delivery of defensive cyber capabilities. Has an in-depth understanding of DoW/DAF/USSF program execution, contractor PMO best practices, and DCO-S mission priorities, with the leadership skills required to align internal teams with government program office needs. Provides hands-on PMO oversight in collaboration with government stakeholders, acquisition personnel, and matrixed contractor teams. This position may require privileged access and DoD 8140 restrictions will apply. Will also act as the Deputy Program Director and assist the Program Director in managing the total execution of program on all program goals, staffing, manage all communication for the organization including multiple large and small subcontractors, ensure compliance to contract deliverables within the required timeframe, maintain quality for all procedures, stakeholder engagement, collaborate to resolve complex issues, and administer everyday functions for the organization.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Lead the contractor Project Management Office (PMO) in support of DCO-S program execution and capability deployment.
- Responsible for all contract deliverables; ensuring they are on time, quality, and accurate based on contract status.
- Develop, maintain, and report on integrated project schedules, milestones, and performance metrics.
- Identify, assess, track, and mitigate program and contract risks in coordination with the government DCO-S Program Office.
- Serve as the primary contractor interface for PMO-related matters with the government program office, CFC and SSC stakeholders, and mission system owners.
- Coordinate resource allocation, staffing, and prioritization across matrixed teams to meet delivery commitments.
- Prepare and deliver status reports, decision briefings, and performance updates for government and internal leadership.
- Drive process improvements, lessons learned, and standardized PMO practices across the contract effort.
- Support acquisition and deployment activities by ensuring contractor tasks remain aligned with DCO-S leadership guidance and mission focus.
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination among engineering, training, logistics, cybersecurity, and other functional teams.
- Monitor contract performance against cost, schedule, and technical objectives and escalate issues as required.
Education/Certification Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Master’s strongly desired.
- 10+ years of relevant experience leading PMO or program management activities on DoW/DAF/USSF or similar government contracts.
- In lieu of a Master’s degree, 18+ years of progressive relevant experience will be considered.
Desired Experience:
- PM DoD 8140 compliant certification preferred; CISM, CISSP, or other cyber certification is desirable
- PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Desired skills/experience:
- Deep knowledge of DoW /DAF/USSF acquisition processes and the ability to apply them to support program.
- Proven experience leading contract PMO on complex DoD or USSF programs.
- Strong knowledge of program scheduling, risk management, earned value concepts, and performance reporting.
- Experience supporting Space Systems Command or defensive cyber operations efforts is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership of matrixed teams and ability to influence without direct authority.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and briefing skills.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps, Agile/SAFe development environments and the deployment and sustainment of mission capabilities.
- Ability to translate technical and operational priorities into clear PMO plans and metrics.
- Track record of driving on-time delivery in fast-paced, high-visibility programs.
Clearance:
- Must possess a Top Secret with SCI eligibility. SAR/SAP experience highly desirable.
- Place of work is onsite in Colorado Springs. You may be required to travel periodically, less than 10%.
The pay range for this position in Colorado is $165,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.
TS/SCI
Perks and Benefits
- Vacation:New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year
- Health Insurance:Zero Deductible Health Plans
- Flexible Schedules:Flex Schedules
- Professional Development:Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement
- ESOP:Funded Stock Ownership Plan
- 401k Match+:6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting
- Bonus Program:Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity
- Mentorship:Career Mentorship Programs
Why is MTSI a great place to work
- Interesting Work:Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
- Values:Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
- 100% Employee Owned:We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
- Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
- Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
- Flexible schedules
- 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
- Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)
- Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
- Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
- Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
- Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
- Track Record of Success:We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance
MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
For more information about MTSI, please visitwww.mtsi-va.com
EEO Statement
MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.
Why is MTSI a great place to work
- Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
- Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
- 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
- Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
- Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
- Flexible schedules
- 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
- Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)
- Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
- Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
- Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
- Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
- Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance
MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com
This role focuses on serving as the Space Cyber SW Capabilities contract PMO Lead supporting the Defensive Cyber Operations for Space (DCO-S) program for United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) and Combat Forces Command (CFC). The PMO Lead will work alongside the Program Director to assist in leading a large team to meet program goals and contract performance. The PMO Lead directs contractor project management office activities, including planning, scheduling, risk management, quality management, personnel/industrial security, reporting, and resource coordination to ensure successful delivery of defensive cyber capabilities. Has an in-depth understanding of DoW/DAF/USSF program execution, contractor PMO best practices, and DCO-S mission priorities, with the leadership skills required to align internal teams with government program office needs. Provides hands-on PMO oversight in collaboration with government stakeholders, acquisition personnel, and matrixed contractor teams. This position may require privileged access and DoD 8140 restrictions will apply. Will also act as the Deputy Program Director and assist the Program Director in managing the total execution of program on all program goals, staffing, manage all communication for the organization including multiple large and small subcontractors, ensure compliance to contract deliverables within the required timeframe, maintain quality for all procedures, stakeholder engagement, collaborate to resolve complex issues, and administer everyday functions for the organization.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Lead the contractor Project Management Office (PMO) in support of DCO-S program execution and capability deployment.
- Responsible for all contract deliverables; ensuring they are on time, quality, and accurate based on contract status.
- Develop, maintain, and report on integrated project schedules, milestones, and performance metrics.
- Identify, assess, track, and mitigate program and contract risks in coordination with the government DCO-S Program Office.
- Serve as the primary contractor interface for PMO-related matters with the government program office, CFC and SSC stakeholders, and mission system owners.
- Coordinate resource allocation, staffing, and prioritization across matrixed teams to meet delivery commitments.
- Prepare and deliver status reports, decision briefings, and performance updates for government and internal leadership.
- Drive process improvements, lessons learned, and standardized PMO practices across the contract effort.
- Support acquisition and deployment activities by ensuring contractor tasks remain aligned with DCO-S leadership guidance and mission focus.
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination among engineering, training, logistics, cybersecurity, and other functional teams.
- Monitor contract performance against cost, schedule, and technical objectives and escalate issues as required.
Education/Certification Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Master’s strongly desired.
- 10+ years of relevant experience leading PMO or program management activities on DoW/DAF/USSF or similar government contracts.
- In lieu of a Master’s degree, 18+ years of progressive relevant experience will be considered.
Desired Experience:
- PM DoD 8140 compliant certification preferred; CISM, CISSP, or other cyber certification is desirable
- PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Desired skills/experience:
- Deep knowledge of DoW /DAF/USSF acquisition processes and the ability to apply them to support program.
- Proven experience leading contract PMO on complex DoD or USSF programs.
- Strong knowledge of program scheduling, risk management, earned value concepts, and performance reporting.
- Experience supporting Space Systems Command or defensive cyber operations efforts is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership of matrixed teams and ability to influence without direct authority.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and briefing skills.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps, Agile/SAFe development environments and the deployment and sustainment of mission capabilities.
- Ability to translate technical and operational priorities into clear PMO plans and metrics.
- Track record of driving on-time delivery in fast-paced, high-visibility programs.
Clearance:
- Must possess a Top Secret with SCI eligibility. SAR/SAP experience highly desirable.
- Place of work is onsite in Colorado Springs. You may be required to travel periodically, less than 10%.
The pay range for this position in Colorado is $165,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.
TS/SCI
Perks and Benefits
- Vacation:New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year
- Health Insurance:Zero Deductible Health Plans
- Flexible Schedules:Flex Schedules
- Professional Development:Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement
- ESOP:Funded Stock Ownership Plan
- 401k Match+:6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting
- Bonus Program:Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity
- Mentorship:Career Mentorship Programs
Why is MTSI a great place to work
- Interesting Work:Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
- Values:Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
- 100% Employee Owned:We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
- Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
- Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
- Flexible schedules
- 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
- Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)
- Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
- Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
- Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
- Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
- Track Record of Success:We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance
MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
For more information about MTSI, please visitwww.mtsi-va.com
EEO Statement
MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.
Why is MTSI a great place to work
- Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
- Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
- 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
- Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
- Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
- Flexible schedules
- 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
- Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)
- Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
- Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
- Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
- Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
- Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance
MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com
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- Sanmina11
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- Odyssey Systems Consulting11
- MTSI5
- Kratos Defense5
Program Manager Jobs in Colorado Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a program manager job in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs hiring is dominated by federal defense contractors clustered near Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever Space Force Base, and Fort Carson, so candidates with a Department of Defense background, a security clearance, or experience managing government contracts have a clear edge here. Healthcare systems and growing tech firms in Briargate and the Innovation District round out the market. PMP certification and familiarity with Agile or DoD acquisition frameworks strengthen any application in this city.
Which companies hire program managers in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs program manager roles are posted by Sanmina, BlueWater Federal Solutions, and Odyssey Systems Consulting and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local market leans heavily toward large defense primes, federal agencies with space and cyber missions, and regional healthcare networks, making it a strong market for candidates with government program experience.
Are there remote program manager jobs in Colorado Springs?
Yes, though program manager roles tied to cleared defense work or on-site government contracts are rarely fully remote given access and facility requirements. About 50% of program manager openings tied to Colorado Springs are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, skewing toward commercial tech and healthcare employers. Roles in enterprise software delivery and non-classified IT programs offer the most remote flexibility locally.
How can I get a program manager job in Colorado Springs with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Colorado Springs is moving laterally from a project coordinator or associate project manager role with one of the city's mid-tier defense contractors or healthcare systems, which often promote from within. Pursuing a PMP or CAPM certification and volunteering for program support functions builds the credential base local employers expect. Uchealth, Centura Health, and smaller defense subcontractors in the Norwood and Interquest areas are known to hire junior program staff with structured growth tracks.
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