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Senior Program Manager

McBride
Full-time
On-site
Hanscom Afb, Massachusetts, United States

McBride is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Communications, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) Center of Excellence (COE) within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). This directorate manages modernization, development, testing, production, and sustainment for over 140 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and its allies, playing a critical role in advancing the Air Force's mission.

 

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: 

  • Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management
  • Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking
  • Apply agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps methodologies
  • Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02 & 5000.75)
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of acquisition programs
  • Develop and present acquisition documentation, briefings, and reports
  • Support Program Managers in executing acquisition strategies and maintaining program battle rhythm
  • Guide contract execution, assessing program health to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals
  • Assist in RFP development, including SOWs, SRDs, and CDRLs
  • Review acquisition documents for accuracy and consistency
  • Collaborate with government and contractors on acquisition execution
  • Provide strategic acquisition guidance and policy interpretation
  • Support risk management planning, including mitigation strategies
  • Develop statutory and regulatory acquisition reports
  • Utilize financial and acquisition systems (CCaR, IDECS, EDA) for funding management
  • Track contractor deliverables, schedules, and program integration
  • Monitor IT system interfaces and assist in contract communications
  • Stay updated on DoD acquisition reforms and Air Force policies
  • Ensure MPE systems align with operational testing and OFP requirements
  • Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and contract modifications

 

Additional Information

Location: Hanscomb AFB, MA



Requirements


Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

 

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance:Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Clearance

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 20 years of experience, 15 years of which must be in the DoD OR

    • 30 years of directly related experience, 20 years of which must be in the DoD
  • In-depth understanding of systems acquisition and program management principles (DoDI 5000.02/5000.75)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to create high-quality acquisition documents and briefings
  • Familiarity with USAF schedules, production constraints, and budgeting processes
  • Proficient in drafting acquisition documentation (e.g., PWS/SOWs, budgets, schedules, presentations)

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of experience, 12 years of which must be in the DoD

 

  • Technical expertise in platform program needs and the APX-119 transponder product line




Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance


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