Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager Overview Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Operations Support - Deputy Program Manager to join our growing team. The Deputy Program Manager provides senior-level oversight of acquisition support, procurement tracking, and government property management operations for the

NOAA/NESDIS

program office. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), provides scientific and technical leadership for development of environmental satellite services and products. NESDIS is seeking contractual support to fulfill its missions and functions in the following three work areas which detail the scope, objective and technical requirements of the work. This role coordinates directly with Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), Project Leads, and program leadership to ensure hardware/software lifecycle planning, contract budget tracking, and property accountability meet federal compliance requirements. The work for this position will be conducted on-site in Suitland, MD. This position is contingent upon contract award, and will proceed once the contract is awarded. Responsibilities Duties of the Deputy Program Manager will include the following:

• Lead planning and execution of hardware/software acquisitions, including tech refresh plans, cost estimates, and spending profiles.
• Oversee period-of-performance (POP) audits for hardware/software licenses and maintenance agreements, ensuring renewals are tracked and Project Leads are notified ahead of expirations.
• Direct tracking and reporting of contract budgets, quality-of-service metrics, and maintenance agreement status; flag discrepancies to CORs.
• Review and format technical acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, SON, IGCE, Section 508 and IT Security checklists) prepared by Project Leads.
• Manage onboarding/offboarding logistics for incoming contractors, including badging support, office space, and Government Furnished Property assignment.
• Serve as

Property Contact:

maintain accountability for government property under FAR 52.245-1 and FAR Subpart 45.5, including

SUNFLOWER

Property Management System recordkeeping, hand receipts, transfers, and loans.

• Coordinate periodic and annual wall-to-wall property inventories, found-item certifications, and Board of Review (BOR) packages for lost or stolen items.
• Oversee inventory control of spare parts and expendable supplies via the Computerized Materials Management System (CMMS), maintaining 98%+ inventory accuracy.
• Supervise disposal/excessing of obsolete or damaged property and coordinate shipment pick-up/delivery with GSA, DLA, and OEM vendors.
• Maintain SOPs for procurement and property management; support meeting scheduling, minutes, and budget presentations to program leadership. Qualifications The Deputy Program Manager selected should have the following:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in program/contract operations, acquisition support, or government property management. The Ideal Deputy Program Manager will have the following:
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 45 property management requirements and federal procurement processes.
• Experience with property/asset management systems (e.g., SUNFLOWER or equivalent CMMS/inventory platforms).
• Demonstrated experience preparing acquisition documentation (PWS, SOW, IGCE) and supporting COR/budget functions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; proven ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple sites.
• Ability to travel periodically to program sites for physical inventory verification.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain any required government facility access/badging.