Principal Program Manager

Principal Program ManagerMcBride Consulting has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Program Manager providing support to the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division (C3BM). Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) has been tasked with delivering an integrated Department of the Air Force (DAF) Battle Network providing resilient decision advantage and enabling the USAF, USSF, Joint, and Coalition Force to win against the pacing challenge. C3BM supports execution in many different focus areas. C3BM's main efforts are Architecture and Systems Engineering (ASE), Operational Response Team (ORT), and multiple mission integration teams such as Air, Maritime and multiple acquisitions consisting of both the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) and Space. The DAF BATTLE NETWORK is the integrated system-of-systems fusing sensors, effectors, and sustainment grids to build situational awareness, make operational decisions, and direct the force to create needed lethal and nonlethal effects in support of the Joint Force Commander's scheme of maneuver. The DAF PEO C3BM has the responsibility of technically and programmatically integrating the DAF's larger system-of-systems architecture needed to deliver an integrated Command and Control (C2) core function for the DAF, Joint, and Coalition forces, by teaming with all other DAF PEOs, as needed. This is a full time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. The Principal Program Manager will provide acquisition and program management support to Government Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) across the acquisition lifecycle. The position supports program execution activities involving cost, schedule, performance, risk management, acquisition documentation, milestone preparation, contractor coordination, and program reporting in support of Air Force acquisition programs. Duties include, but not limited to: Support Government Program Managers in executing acquisition programs in accordance with FAR, DoDI 5000.02, and applicable Air Force guidance and regulations Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisition projects to support cost, schedule, and performance objectives Provide acquisition program management support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to maintain acquisition battle rhythm and deliver operational capability Support development and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Strategies, APBs, LCSPs, Risk Management Plans, milestone briefings, and other program documentation Assist with preparation and review of acquisition reports including DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs, and other statutory and regulatory documentation Support program risk management activities including risk identification, analysis, handling, monitoring, and execution of risk management boards and working groups Develop and support briefings, schedules, status reports, graphics, and acquisition documentation for senior leadership Support source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, RFP documentation, CDRLs, SOWs, and source selection support documentation Review acquisition and program documentation to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidance Support implementation and execution of acquisition and development processes in coordination with Government and contractor personnel Assist with program integration activities, contractor deliverable tracking, and schedule management Support preparation and submission of funding documentation including Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and related acquisition documentation Monitor and support interface control and coordination between program systems and stakeholders Provide guidance on acquisition policies, procedures, and program management best practices Support operational planning, capability development, event integration, analysis, and reporting activities Maintain awareness of DoD acquisition reform initiatives and recommend process improvements where applicable Requirements Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance : Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with SCI eligibility Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field Years of experience: 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of experience in the DoD Familiar with cloud-based systems, including management and projection of cost and performance Familiar with agile methods and CI/CD, DevSecOps and DevOps principals Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs Possesses the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including but not limited to briefings, documents, and plans. Technical Skills Acquisition Program Management DoDI 5000 Series Acquisition Processes Cost, Schedule, and Performance Management Program Risk Management Acquisition Documentation Development and Review Acquisition Reporting (DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs) Source Selection Support RFP, SOW, and CDRL Development Program Integration and Contractor Management Microsoft Office Suite Interpersonal Skills Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead multiple efforts simultaneously Ability to work independently with minimal oversight Strong mentoring and team development capabilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop and deliver executive-level briefings Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to collaborate effectively with Government and contractor personnel Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment Additional Information Location: Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA Travel: Travel may be required per the customer's discretion Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance