Project Manager
Company websitenightwing.com (Nightwing, opens in new tab)
Base salary $122K to $253K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Sterling, VA
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- LocationSterling, VA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (41 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
Nightwing is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a software development effort of significant size, scope, and complexity. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing project activities to ensure successful delivery in accordance with contract requirements, schedule, and budget.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and oversee all phases of the software development project
Coordinate project schedules, resources, and deliverables
Monitor project performance, risks, and issues; implement mitigation strategies as needed
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and organizational standards
Communicate project status to government and contractor stakeholders
Support program reviews, reporting, and documentation requirements
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience performing project management functions for a software development project of similar size, scope, and complexity
Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance
Demonstrated experience managing technical teams and coordinating across stakeholders
Experience supporting government or defense-related programs preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Experience or background in software development, including design implementation, testing, analysis, and debugging.
Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
Salary & Benefits
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Source: Nightwing on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($122,000) is above 30% of the 252 Program & Project Management roles in Virginia listed on this site; 2 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $138,100; the middle half runs from $118,230 to $150,650.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingProject Manager$122K to $253K
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Senior Program / Product Manager$122K to $253K
Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager$122K to $253K
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Project Manager (this listing) | $122K - $253K |
| Windows Kernel Developer | $122K - $253K |
| Software Engineer 3 | $122K - $253K |
| Windows Vulnerability Research | $122K - $253K |
| Senior Program / Product Manager | $122K - $253K |
| Systems Engineer/Technical Project Manager | $122K - $253K |
| Cyber Host Forensic Analyst IV | $122K - $253K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-17
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Sterling, VA
The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualificatio
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What we verified
- The pay figures come from the employer's own listing, quoted exactly above.
- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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