Odyssey Systems

Senior Acquisition Program Manager

Odyssey Systems$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Minimum Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret (TS)
  • Bachelor's degree and 25 years or Master's degree and 15 years of relevant experience
  • Program management experience in a DoD acquisition environment
  • Experience supporting ACAT I-III programs or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Provide acquisition program management support across DoD acquisition life-cycle
  • Advise Government Program Managers on execution, strategy, and risk management
  • Develop and coordinate acquisition documentation such as Strategies and Plans
  • Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance metrics
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks with a focus on risk management
  • Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and milestone reviews
  • Prepare and deliver briefings and reports to senior leadership

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on Air Force acquisition mission
  • Support for international armaments cooperation efforts
  • Onsite work environment at Eglin AFB, FL
  • Potential for professional development and certifications
  • Eligibility for roles influencing major defense projects
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Acquisition Program Manager supporting an Air Force acquisition mission at Eglin AFB, FL. In this role, the the Program Manager will support the government with planning, researching, analyzing, and assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of weapons systems and associate equipment acquisitions (development, production and deployment), and formulate plans and recommend strategies to meet cost, schedule and performance objectives.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:
  • Provide acquisition program management support across all phases of the DoD acquisition life-cycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)
  • Advise Government Program Managers on program execution, acquisition strategy, and risk management
  • Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation, including but not limited to:
    • Acquisition Strategy (AS)
    • Systems Engineering Plan (SEP)
    • Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
    • Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP)
    • Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOO), and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
  • Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance using metrics and Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; maintain and manage risk registers
  • Lead or support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), milestone reviews, and technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)
  • Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and contract modifications
  • Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, and financial stakeholders to ensure integrated program execution
  • Prepare and deliver briefings, status reports, and decision support materials to senior leadership
  • Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international armaments cooperation efforts, as applicable


Qualifications

Citizenship

Must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Secret with ability to upgrade to Top Secret (TS)

Education and experience:
  • Bachelor's degree and 25 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree and 15 years of relevant experience
  • Program management experience preferably within a DoD acquisition environment
  • Demonstrated experience supporting ACAT I-III programs or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCI

Certifications:
  • PMP (Project Management Professional)
  • DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management or equivalent

Experience:
  • Experience supporting AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, or equivalent Air Force acquisition organizations
  • Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)
  • Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
  • Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series
  • Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation (AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, etc.)

Technical Skills
  • Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and reporting
  • Risk management and mitigation planning
  • Familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
  • Understanding of requirements development and JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD)

Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to operate independently as a senior adviser to government leadership
  • Strong leadership and team coordination across cross-functional environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
  • Strategic thinking and complex problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Location:
Eglin AFB, FL

Travel:
May be required up to 10-20% depending on program needs

Work Environment:
Onsite

#LI-MB1

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.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Odyssey Systems

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar Senior Acquisition Program Manager jobs: