Torch Technologies

Program Manager, Journeyman

Torch Technologies$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Bachelor's degree with 3 years of specific experience, or 8 years of relevant experience
  • Solid understanding of systems acquisition and program management as per DoWI 5000.02 and DoWI 5000.75
  • Proficient with techniques to analyze acquisition program effectiveness
  • Experience in acquisition program execution and reporting
  • Strong documentation and presentation skills
  • Must possess and maintain a Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive acquisition and program management support for advanced airborne command and control systems
  • Assist Program Managers in achieving E-7 program objectives
  • Ensure compliance with Department of Defense acquisition policies
  • Develop acquisition strategies to meet performance and cost goals
  • Review acquisition documentation and support contract execution
  • Evaluate program health and recommend action for schedule and performance issues
  • Support risk management and mitigation activities

Benefits

  • Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Education assistance and paid time off including holidays
Full Job Description
Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager, Journeyman providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate (AFLCMC/HB) at Tinker AFB, OK. 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 will support the Front office Group (FOG) and Program Execution Group (PEG).

As a Program Manager, Journeyman your duties include, but are not limited to:

  • 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.
  • 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 DoW acquisition policies, including DoD=WI 5000.02, DoWI 5000.80, and DoWI 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.


Required Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, including at least 3 years supporting DoW; OR
  • 8 Years of directly related experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW
  • Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoWI 5000.02 and DoWI 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.
  • Must have and be able to maintain a Secret security clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • 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 DoW acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR


Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Work Location: Onsite at Tinker AFB, OK

Travel: Yes, 0-15%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

About Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, technology development, and programmatic support services to the Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, and other government agencies. The company's services include systems engineering, modeling and simulation, software development, test and evaluation, and program management. Torch Technologies was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
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