FMS Program Manager, Senior - Secret

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Command and Control portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position specifically supports the International C2 and Sensors Division (HBN) and the family of Command and Control (C2) systems procured through Foreign Military Sales (FMS) by the country of Qatar. This is a full time position located at Hanscom AFB, MA Essential Job Functions Manage Foreign Military Sales (FMS) acquisition programs in accordance with DoD policy and regulations, including the Security Assistance Manpower Requirements System (SAMRS) and Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS). Execute FMS system acquisition in collaboration with relevant Government organizations including SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, Foreign Disclosure Office (FDO), and the Tri-Service Committee (TSC). Manage all aspects of acquisition planning including industry days, market research, source selection planning, acquisition strategy planning, SOO/SOW/PWS development, RFP planning, and contract negotiation preparation. Ensure compliance with FMS-specific requirements including coordination with international partners and applicable organizations such as SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, FDO, and the TSC. Prepare and support Program Office meetings and activities including internal government meetings, case meetings, design reviews, Program Assessment Reviews (PARs), Interface Control Working Groups (ICWG), Technical Interchange Meetings, and case reviews. Serve as a representative of the program office to international customers, including the partner nation Ministry of Defense (MOD), Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC), and Air Force stakeholders, and respond to programmatic questions related to acquisition, cost, schedule, and performance. Assess cost, schedule, and performance against program baselines, recommend solutions to execution issues, and pursue alternative courses of action. Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition activities related to the development, production, and deployment of weapon systems and associated equipment. Develop and present program status briefings and acquisition updates to senior leadership. Draft, review, and coordinate government RFP documentation, including participation in technical evaluation of proposal responses. Develop program management briefings for government, industry, and international stakeholders. Travel to OCONUS locations including Qatar, as well as CONUS locations such as CENTCOM and OEM manufacturers within the United States. Coordinate activities across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, logistics, program management, industry partners, and international customers to ensure program execution aligns with mission requirements. Operate independently and support program execution during periods when the Government Program Manager is unavailable or supporting other mission priorities. Review and interpret program schedules and acquisition planning documentation to support program execution activities. Required Skills Due to the sensitivity of the customer, U.S. citizenship is required. Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of Relevant Experience in the respective professional discipline being performed, 6 of which must be in the DoD. Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program management processes and systems, including SAMRS and DSAMS. Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes is a plus. Knowledge of Air Operations Center systems, operations, policies and procedures. Ability to assess program performance against cost, schedule, and performance baselines. Experience developing acquisition documentation, briefings, and program reports. Knowledge of Radar and/or Command and Control systems is a plus. Knowledge of Middle Eastern business practices, culture, and customs is a plus. Salary Range $60,467 - $100,000 Benefits At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401(k), ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr DCS Corp