Position SummaryOdyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal FMS Program Manger supporting the Qatar Early Warning Radar (QEWR) Program at Hanscom AFB, MA. This full-time position will be instrumental in supporting Missile Warning, Missile Defense (MW/MD) to a critical Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partner.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and senior leadership supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
- Support program execution to ensure cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives are achieved in accordance with DoW and Air Force acquisition policies.
- Assist in the development, review, and coordination of acquisition documentation, milestone decision briefings, program plans, and contract documentation.
- Support contract execution activities, including acquisition planning, requirements development, risk assessments, and program reviews.
- Develop and maintain acquisition reports, program metrics, briefings, and executive-level communications.
- Analyze program health and provide recommendations regarding acquisition strategies, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation approaches.
- Facilitate program risk management activities, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and risk board coordination.
- Support source selections, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and contractor proposal evaluations.
- Coordinate with government, contractor, and international stakeholders to support program objectives and mission requirements.
- Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and ensure alignment between mission planning capabilities and program schedules.
- Assist with life-cycle sustainment planning and operational support activities.
- Monitor acquisition policy changes and recommend process improvements to enhance program execution and compliance.
- Utilize acquisition and reporting systems to support program tracking, documentation management, and decision-making activities.
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Level Clearance
Education:
- Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, to include five years of DoD experience
- OR, Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, to include five years of DoD experience
Years of Experience: 12+ of relevant experience in direct support of a USAF/USSF System Program Office
Additional Experience:
- Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales programs primarily in the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).
- Experience supporting international customers, partner nations, or security cooperation initiatives.
Technical Skills
- Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
- DoW Acquisition Management
- DoW 5000 Series
- Program Management
- Risk Management
- Contract Management Support
- Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
- Request for Proposal (RFP) Development
- Statement of Work (SOW) Development
- Program Reporting and Metrics
- Acquisition Documentation Development
- Lifecycle Sustainment Planning
Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Government staff, contractors, and integrated teams
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including technical writing and documentation
- Ability to provide user support and interface professionally with stakeholders
- Ability to organize, track, and manage multiple data products, reports, and record systems
- Capable of briefing management and supporting coordination/staffing activities
Additional Information
Location: The position is performed at Hanscom AFB, located in MA
Travel: Travel may be required up to 25%
Hybrid: Remote flexibility 1-2 days per week – subject to change per the customer’s discretion
