Head of Programme Management

Position Summary
Evergreen (Pipeline) Requisition

This requisition is used to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening, candidates will be considered as positions become available based on their qualifications and program needs.

Odyssey is seeking experienced Acquisition Program Management Professionals to join our talent community for anticipated opportunities supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Armament Directorate and other Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition programs.

Our Program Managers support the government with planning, researching, analyzing and assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of weapons systems and associated equipment acquisitions (development, production and deployment), and formulate plans and recommend strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:

Provide acquisition program management support across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)

Advise Government Program Managers on program execution, acquisition strategy, and risk management

Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation, including but not limited to:

Acquisition Strategy (AS)

Systems Engineering Plan (SEP)

Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)

Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP)

Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOO), and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance using metrics and Earned Value Management (EVM)

Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; maintain and manage risk registers

Lead or support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), milestone reviews, and technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)

Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and contract modifications

Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, and financial stakeholders to ensure integrated program execution

Prepare and deliver briefings, status reports, and decision support materials to senior leadership

Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international armaments cooperation efforts, as applicable

Qualifications
Citizenship

Must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Secret

Education and experience:

Journeyman: Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience

Senior: Bachelor’s degree and 25 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree and 15 years of relevant experience

Principal: Master’s degree and 25 years of relevant experience

Program management experience preferably within a DoD acquisition environment

Demonstrated experience supporting ACAT I-III programs or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCI

Certifications:

PMP (Project Management Professional)

DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management or equivalent

Experience:

Experience supporting AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, or equivalent Air Force acquisition organizations

Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)

Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs

Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series

Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation (AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, etc.)

Technical Skills

Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and reporting

Risk management and mitigation planning

Familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)

Understanding of requirements development and JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD)

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to operate independently as a senior advisor to government leadership

Strong leadership and team coordination across cross-functional environments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Strategic thinking and complex problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: May be required up to 10-20% depending on program needs

Work Environment: Onsite

This is an evergreen position designed to proactively identify highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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