Senior Program Manager

About this role

McBride Consulting has an exciting opportunity for a Senior 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.

This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD**

The Senior 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

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD**

RequirementsCitizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret level clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant professional discipline

Years of experience: 8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting

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

Benefits401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance