Senior Defense Acquisition & Program Manager

Expertise and Functions

Program & Acquisition Management

Provide program-level acquisition support to the Program Manager (PM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to ensure disciplined execution, acquisition battle rhythm, and delivery of warfighter capability
Advise program leadership on overall program health and options to maintain cost, schedule, and performance objectives
Interpret, coordinate, and execute acquisition project assignments; identify and resolve issues with significant impact to acquisition and sustainment efforts
Compare program direction and plans for alignment and consistency across stakeholders
Monitor and assess program integration plans and interface control between systems
Acquisition Strategy & Policy Compliance

Plan, evaluate, and implement acquisition strategies across traditional acquisition, Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA), and Urgent Capability pathways.
Provide non-technical acquisition expertise and guidance in accordance with DoD and Air Force acquisition policies, directives, and instructions
Identify and resolve policy disconnects; provide policy interpretation and recommendations to program leadership
Track acquisition reform initiatives and recommend updates to programs impacted by policy changes
Contracting, RFP & Source Selection Support

Provide program management inputs to RFPs, including system requirements, SOWs, SRDs, CDRLs, and evaluation criteria
Develop source selection strategies and provide administrative and evaluation support.
Review and track prime contractor deliverables, schedules, and contractual performance
Draft contractual correspondence related to program management issues
Program Reporting & Senior Leadership Briefings

Develop, prepare, and review acquisition reports and statutory documentation in support of milestone decisions and program oversight
Support preparation of senior-level briefings, graphics, schedules, and program status updates
Maintain recurring program documentation such as MARs, APBs, DAES inputs, SARs, and supplemental acquisition reports
Utilize DoD-mandated and specialized systems to support reporting, documentation, and execution
Risk, Schedule & Performance Management

Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans; facilitate risk identification, analysis, handling, and monitoring
Support risk management boards and working groups; document outcomes and action items
Analyze contractor and subcontractor risk management processes
Coordinate with program scheduling personnel and correlate EVM cost performance data with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) CDRLs
Financial & Funding Support

Provide direct support for preparation and submission of funding documents, including purchase requests, MIPRs, and obligation/spend plans
Support cost and schedule reduction initiatives across acquisition and development efforts
Evaluate funding realism and cost impacts in support of acquisition strategies and execution decisions
Advisory & Leadership Support

Provide expert acquisition and program management guidance to division chiefs and program/project managers
Advise PMs on best-practice program management principles to improve processes, increase efficiency, and achieve cost avoidance
Support life-cycle logistics considerations and operational supportability planning
Other duties as assigned
This position requires 20% travel.

Education/Training:

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience:

5+ years of general experience
3+ years working in the DoD sector
Technical Skills

Provide program management support focused on cost, schedule, and performance for the E-7 platform
Track, analyze, and brief program metrics within established guidelines
Apply DoD acquisition processes and program documentation standards relevant to AWACS modernization
Use Microsoft Office Suite for reporting, scheduling, documentation, and communication
Identify risks, troubleshoot issues, and recommend solutions across technical and programmatic areas
Interpersonal Skills

Communicate clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats with government and contractor teams
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional, geographically dispersed stakeholders supporting AWACS programs
Work independently as a self-starter while following established PM processes and guidelines
Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and critical thinking when navigating evolving program needs
C ontribute positively to team dynamics, ensuring coordination across multiple major defense contractor partners
Security:

Must be a US citizen
Must have an active Secret clearance
Physical Requirements:

Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Salary:
The projected salary range for this position is $104,000- $122,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

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