Job DescriptionMcBride Consultingis seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Tactical Air Traffic Control Command and Control Operations System (TACOS) within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). This directorate manages modernization, development, testing, production, and sustainment for over 140 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and its allies, playing a critical role in advancing the Air Force's mission.
In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the war fighter.
Duties include, but not limited to: - Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management.
- Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking.
- Apply Agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02 & 5000.75).
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of acquisition programs.
- Develop and present acquisition documentation, briefings, and reports.
- Support Program Managers in executing acquisition strategies and maintaining program battle rhythm.
- Guide contract execution, assessing program health to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
- Assist in RFP development, including SOWs, SRDs, and CDRLs.
- Review acquisition documents for accuracy and consistency.
- Collaborate with government and contractors on acquisition execution.
- Provide strategic acquisition guidance and policy interpretation.
- Support risk management planning, including mitigation strategies.
- Develop statutory and regulatory acquisition reports.
- Utilize financial and acquisition systems (CCaR, IDECS, EDA) for funding management.
- Track contractor deliverables, schedules, and program integration.
- Monitor IT system interfaces and assist in contract communications.
- Stay updated on DoD acquisition reforms and Air Force policies.
- Ensure MPE systems align with operational testing and OFP requirements.
- Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and contract modifications.
RequirementsCitizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Clearance
Preferred QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's 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,
OR,
- 15 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoD.
Technical Skills- DoD Acquisition Program Management
- Acquisition Strategy Development (ASP)
- Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) development
- Statement of Work (SOW) development
- Program planning, execution, and scheduling
- Cost, schedule, and performance management
- Milestone documentation and acquisition lifecycle support
- Source selection support
- Leadership briefings and executive-level presentations
- Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint
Interpersonal Skills- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, and Government stakeholders)
- Critical thinking and sound decision-making
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced acquisition environment
- Relationship-building with government, military, and contractor personnel
- Confident presenter with executive briefing experience
- Adaptable and proactive problem solver
- Self-motivated with a collaborative, team-first mindset
Additional InformationLocation: Hanscom AFB
Travel: Travel may be required at the customer's discretion
OnsiteBenefits- 401(k)
- Dentalinsurance
- Healthinsurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professionaldevelopment assistance
- Referralprogram
- Visioninsurance
