Program Manager Journeyman

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Program Manager to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate (AFLCMC/HB).

The Air Force Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) manages the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of over 200 programs supporting the United States Air Force and allied partners worldwide. This position supports the AWACS (E-3), Wedgetail (E-7), and International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control programs within the AFLCMC/WIW Division. This position supports the WIW Integration and E3 branch. Functions will include Program Execution Group (PEG) activities as well as focusing on E3 support.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support.Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

This position specifically supports the E-7 Program Office and will provide acquisition and program management support across the lifecycle of advanced airborne command and control capabilities. The selected candidate will assist government leadership in managing program execution, acquisition strategies, contract activities, Agile software development efforts, DevSecOps initiatives, and mission planning capabilities while ensuring programs meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads in support of E-7 program objectives.
• Support program execution activities to ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies, including DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.80, and DoDI 5000.81.
• Assist in developing and implementing acquisition strategies that support program cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives.
• Support contract execution activities including acquisition documentation reviews, milestone decision briefings, Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Request for Proposal (RFP) development.
• Evaluate program health and provide recommendations regarding program execution, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain acquisition reports and program documentation including Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES) inputs, Acquisition Program Baselines (APBs), and executive-level briefings.
• Support risk management activities including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and coordination of program risk boards and working groups.
• Assist with source selection activities including acquisition planning, evaluation criteria development, proposal reviews, and contract administration support.
• Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and coordinate efforts to align mission planning capabilities with operational and testing requirements.
• Provide lifecycle logistics, sustainment, and operational planning support to ensure mission readiness and system integration.
• Monitor acquisition policy updates, process improvements, and software acquisition initiatives to support effective program execution.
• Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve programmatic issues and support successful program outcomes.
• Support Agile software development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications/Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret Security Clearance required
• Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and DoDI 5000.75.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques used to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and performance.
• Experience supporting acquisition program execution, reporting, and decision-making activities.
• Ability to develop acquisition documentation, briefings, plans and program management products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, including at least 3 years supporting DoD; OR
• 8 Years of directly related experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD
• 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

• Knowledge of DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75 acquisition processes
• Experience supporting acquisition lifecycle management activities
• Familiarity with cloud-based systems and cloud cost/performance management
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles
• Experience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities
• Experience using Microsoft Office and DoD acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR

The expected annual salary range: $130k - $140k. 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.