Program Manager

Overview Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Journeyman level Program Manager located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. This position requires acquisition and contracting experience. Responsibilities Support cost and schedule reduction activities for acquisition and development Provide program level acquisition support Provide support and solutions to program leadership to facilitate successful contract execution for the program and analyze overall program health and advise program leadership on options to maintain cost, schedule and performance objectives Support and develop various briefings and schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management Provide Program Management inputs to Request for Proposal (RFPs) including systems specs, Electronic Warfare Systems (SRDs), Statement of Work (SOWs), and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs), and other RFP products Review acquisition documents and provide comments with programmatic perspective to ensure consistency and accuracy. Documents may include, but are not limited to, ADMs, LCSP, Acquisition Strategies, APBs, Risk Management Plans, PMRs and milestone decision briefings Support, prepare, review and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory acquisition report and milestone review documentations identified in DoDI 5000.02 Provide non-technical acquisition program management to include guidance and expertise necessary to apply principles, criteria, and procedures of DoD Directive 5000.1, DoDI 5000.02, NSSAP 03-02, and other DoD, AF, AFMC, and AFLCMC Instructions, Directives, Regulations, and guidance documents as applicable Outline policy disconnects, policy interpretation, and management of all acquisition efforts Assist with planning, evaluating and implementing program acquisition strategies, including DoD and AF policy and guidance, technical approach and requirements, risk assessment, and realism in achieving a product suitable for the warfighter within cost, schedule, and performance constraints Support and coordinate with program level scheduling personnel Develop, maintain, and update program risk management plans IAW the Risk Management Guide for DoD Acquisition, AFPAM 63-128, and the Air Force RI3 Guidebook; facilitate program risk identification, risk analysis, risk handling and risk monitoring; assist with execution of program risk management boards, risk management working groups (or equivalent), and document meeting minutes; includes analyzing prime and sub-contractor risk management processes Assist with development, maintenance, and update of acquisition reports such as the Monthly Activity Reports (MAR), Source Approval Request (SAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Acquisition Program Baseline (APB), and supplemental reports as required by DoD policy for ACAT I, II, and III programs and IAW DoDI 5000.02, AFI 63-101_20-101, and AFPAM 63-128. This requires use of standardized and specialized software applications such as MS Office, Integrated Budget Documentation and Execution System (IDECS), Electronic Document Access (EDA), Comprehensive Cost and Requirement’s System (CCaR), and any other DoD/OSD mandated system(s) Provide direct support in preparing and submitting funding documents (e.g., Purchase Request, MIPR, Purchase Orders). Requires familiarity with financial systems such as CCaR Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate acquisition project assignments and make recommendations to Government Program Manager regarding problems with unique or controversial items that may have a major effect on the overall performance and execution of acquisition and sustainment projects Other duties as assigned Qualifications / Technical Experience Requirements Must be a U.S. Citizen 10 years of experience as a Program Manager with at least 3 years in a DoD environment Active Secret Security Clearance Bachelor's Degree preferred Possesses the knowledge, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform tasks related to the technical/professional discipline. Possesses the ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to their area of expertise. Shall also possess the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines (Program Office and Staff Level Support interface). The expected annual salary range: $130k - $152k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills. All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr