Technical Program Manager Jobs in Maryland

Technical Program Manager jobs in Maryland concentrate heavily in defense technology, cybersecurity, federal IT contracting, and aerospace, with the market ranking among the most active on the East Coast for mid-level to senior professionals. Baltimore, Bethesda, and the Columbia-Annapolis corridor are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers like Northrop Grumman, Leidos, and Booz Allen Hamilton. Program managers with experience in cloud infrastructure modernization, DoD acquisition frameworks, and agile at scale are in the strongest demand. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerLeidos
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring19
Work type36% Remote
Top industryInvestment

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Leidos
Security Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) Program Specialist
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Security Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) Program Specialist
Leidos
Bethesda, Maryland
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $190k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Xometry
Senior Technical Program Manager - Pricing and Manufacturability
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Senior Technical Program Manager - Pricing and Manufacturability
Xometry
North Bethesda, Maryland
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$135k - $155k/yr
Hybrid
51-200

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Raytheon
Principal Technical Program Manager
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Principal Technical Program Manager
Raytheon
Annapolis, Maryland
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$108k - $205k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Isys Technologies
Technical Support Program Engineer
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Isys Technologies
Added 6d ago
Technical Support Program Engineer
Isys Technologies
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$103k - $110k/yr
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Image Engineering
Program Manager, Technical Training
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Program Manager, Technical Training
Image Engineering
Curtis Bay, Maryland
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
11-50

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Technical Program Manager Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Baltimore
2 jobs
Rockville
2 jobs
Fort Meade
2 jobs
Jessup
1 job
Belcamp
1 job
Odenton
1 job
Aberdeen
1 job
Bethesda
1 job
Columbia
1 job

Technical Program Manager Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Leidos
Leidos2 open roles
GovCIO
GovCIO1 open role
Anduril
Anduril1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical program manager jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field required
  • Five or more years managing cross-functional technology programs from initiation through delivery
  • PMP, PgMP, or SAFe certification strongly preferred by Maryland federal contractors
  • Experience with DoD or federal agency program management and acquisition processes
  • Proficiency with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery frameworks across distributed engineering teams
  • Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one required for many Maryland roles

Technical Program Manager Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical program manager in Maryland?

Most Maryland employers expect a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as computer science, systems engineering, or information technology, followed by several years in a hands-on technical role before moving into program management. Maryland does not require a state-issued license for this role, but the PMP credential from the Project Management Institute carries significant weight with federal contractors in the region. Many candidates in Maryland enter through defense or government IT, where DoD program management experience accelerates progression.

How much do technical program managers make in Maryland?

Technical program managers in Maryland earn a median of about $171,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $106,620 for the lowest 10% to over $245,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire technical program managers in Maryland?

Companies currently hiring technical program managers in Maryland include Leidos, GovCIO, and Anduril, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal agencies and defense prime contractors means that a large share of openings involve cleared or clearance-eligible candidates supporting government programs.

Which Maryland cities have the most technical program manager jobs?

Baltimore, Rockville, and Fort Meade hold the most technical program manager openings in Maryland. The Bethesda and Columbia areas draw volume from federal agencies and their prime contractors, while Baltimore's presence reflects the city's anchor institutions in healthcare IT and defense systems, making demand less concentrated in a single sector than in many comparable markets.

Are there remote technical program manager jobs in Maryland?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 64% of technical program manager openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based, coordination-heavy nature of the work. That said, roles supporting classified federal programs or requiring on-site collaboration with agency stakeholders in the DC corridor are more likely to require regular in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a technical program manager in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a technical individual contributor role, such as software engineer, systems analyst, or IT project coordinator, into a junior program management position. Large Maryland defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and Leidos regularly recruit early-career candidates into associate program manager or program analyst roles, particularly those with a technical degree and demonstrated ability to coordinate across teams. Earning a CAPM or completing a Scrum Master certification gives candidates a measurable credential edge, and many federal contractor roles explicitly list these as acceptable substitutes for years of experience.

Where can I find and apply to technical program manager jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to technical program manager jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly from the listing.

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