Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a
Principal Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center-Ground Base Air Defense Sensor division (AFLCMC/ESG).
The ESG Division manages efforts focused on developing, acquiring, fielding and sustaining programs that support worldwide communications, Battle Management, Command & Control, Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C2ISR), Air/Ground Surveillance, Time Critical Targeting, Combat Identification, Radar Imagery, Integrated Air/Missile Defense, and Mobile/Fixed C2ISR Performance, Exploitation & Dissemination Facilities.
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford, Massachusetts.
As a
Program Manager, Principal your duties include, but are not limited to:
- Acquisition and Program Support: Provide program-level acquisition support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads, guiding program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Ensure adherence to DoD directives and policies, including DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.80, and DoDI 5000.81.
- Contract Execution and Oversight: Support contract execution through expert analysis and solutions, including reviewing acquisition documents, milestone decision briefings, and risk management plans. Prepare inputs for RFPs such as system specifications, SOWs, and CDRLs.
- Program Health Analysis: Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoD and Air Force policies.
- Documentation and Reporting: Develop and maintain acquisition reports (e.g., MAR, DAES, APB), prepare briefings, and ensure consistency across program deliverables. Utilize tools such as CCaR, IDECS, and EDA.
- Risk Management: Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups.
- Source Selection and Contract Administration: Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP documentation. Provide recommendations for incentive clauses and evaluate contractor proposals.
- Mission Planning and Operational Support: Oversee Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems to ensure they meet operational and testing requirements. Coordinate with stakeholders to align MPE capabilities with operational flight program schedules.
- Lifecycle Logistics and Sustainment: Provide critical support for lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategies, ensuring mission readiness and effective system integration.
- Policy and Process Improvement: Monitor DoD acquisition reforms and advise leadership on process improvements, cost avoidance strategies, and policy interpretations. Ensure compliance with updated regulations and directives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with division branch chiefs, program managers, and contractors to provide expert guidance, streamline integration, and address programmatic issues affecting overall performance
Required Qualifications:- U.S. Citizenship.
- BS Degree and 20+ years of directly related experience with 12 years of experience in a DoW setting OR
- 30 years of directly related experience and 12 of which must be in the DoW.
Work Location: Onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA
Schedule: Full- Time
Salary Range: $155,000 - $175,000
The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.
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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.
