Odyssey Systems

Senior Acquisition Program Manager (FMS)

Odyssey Systems$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Top Secret clearance mandatory
  • Master's or Doctorate with 10 years in relevant field (5 in DoD) OR Bachelor's with 12 years (5 in DoD)
  • Extensive knowledge of Acquisition Lifecycle Management
  • Experience with program documentation and compliance reporting systems
  • Track record in managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
  • Expertise in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) operations and documentation

Responsibilities

  • Apply advanced acquisition program management skills independently
  • Provide expertise across the acquisition lifecycle and integration of requirements
  • Conduct thorough analysis and prepare documentation to support decision-making
  • Assist in procurement processes ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Facilitate meetings and maintain effective communication with stakeholders
  • Support contract awards by managing pre- and post-award documentation
  • Advise on organizational structures and project execution strategies

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Access to advanced technical resources
  • Engagement with a mission-focused team
  • Participation in international projects and operations
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey is recruiting to fill a Senior Acquisition Program Managerposition supporting the Attack Systems Division, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) in Hanscom, MA. WID is part of the ISR/SOF Directorate (AFLCMC/WI), who is responsible for equipping our warfighters to win the fight. The Directorate executes a $22 billion acquisition portfolio developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms, and related sub-systems.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

  • Possess the advanced knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered highly skilled in Acquisition Program Management. Must work independently and be able to apply procedures.
  • Provide expertise in all aspects of the acquisition lifecycle, including pre-acquisition definition, requirements integration, program management principles, and compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force regulations and guidelines.
  • Assist with the procurement of systems, subsystems, and equipment, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines.
  • Conduct program analysis, gather data, and develop recommendations to support informed decision-making.
  • Prepare, review, and analyze programmatic documentation, including pre-Letters of Request for Pricing (pre-LORs), Price & Availability analyses, Case Developments, weapon system contractor proposals, technical reports, briefings, and agreements (Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs)).
  • Apply acquisition management initiatives, resolve acquisition-related issues, and support procurement of commercial items (Non-Developmental Items (NDI), Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) items, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-certified items).
  • Ensure compliance with commercial practices, including Performance-Based Business Environment (PBBE), Evolutionary Acquisition, and Agile Acquisition.
  • Assist with compliance tasks related to various systems, including:
    • Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
    • Concepts of Operation (CONOPS)
    • Selected Acquisition Reports (SAR)
    • Defense Acquisition Information Retrieval (DAMIR)
    • System Metric and Reporting Tool (SMART)
    • Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR)
    • Probability of Program Success (POPS)
    • Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES)
    • Program Management Agreements (PMA)
    • Acquisition Program Baseline (APB)
    • Capabilities Review and Risk Assessment (CRRA)
  • Plan, facilitate, and support meetings and offsites, including developing agendas and materials, recording action items, and ensuring room setup and security.
  • Provide acquisition strategic advice, technical guidance, and analysis.
  • Support the generation, maintenance, and effective use of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
  • Recommend solutions related to organizational structures, manpower requirements, utilization, and control.
  • Assist with the development and execution of Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs), amendments, and modifications, including interfacing with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) stakeholders and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
  • Assist in planning the development, production, and deployment of systems, subsystems, and equipment, including managing cost, schedule, performance, and risk.
  • Support all actions required to award and modify contracts, including pre-award documentation, source selection activities, and post-award support
Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret

Education & Years of Experience:

  • Master99s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD.
  • OR bachelor99s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD.

Technical Skills:

  • Acquisition Lifecycle Management 6 Expertise in preacquisition planning, requirements integration, program execution, and compliance with DoD/AF acquisition regulations.
  • Programmatic Documentation & Analysis 6 Skilled in preparing and evaluating preLORs, P&A analyses, contractor proposals, technical reports, MOAs/MOUs, and other acquisition artifacts.
  • Compliance & Reporting Systems Proficiency 6 Hands-on experience with JCIDS, SAR, DAMIR, SMART, MAR, POPS, DAES, PMA, APB, and CRRA processes.
  • Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Management 6 Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze IMS data to support cost, schedule, performance, and risk tracking.
  • Foreign Military Sales (FMS) & LOA Development 6 Technical expertise supporting LOAs, amendments, and modifications, including coordination with FMS stakeholders and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom AFB

Travel: 25%

Onsite

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About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
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Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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