Torch Technologies

Senior Program Manager

Torch Technologies$130K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years' relevant experience or 15 years' experience with at least 8 years supporting DoD programs.
  • In-depth understanding of systems acquisition and program management principles as per DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75.
  • Ability to analyze and measure the effectiveness of acquisition programs with qualitative and quantitative techniques.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills for documentation and briefings.
  • Active Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Support the E7 program office by preparing acquisition documentation for major milestone decisions.
  • Guide program execution to align with cost, schedule, and performance objectives through expert program-level support.
  • Analyze contract execution and prepare inputs for RFPs, including specifications and risk management plans.
  • Evaluate program health and assist in planning acquisition strategies in accordance with Air Force policies.
  • Develop acquisition reports and briefings, ensuring consistency across all program deliverables.
  • Maintain and execute program risk management plans, coordinating risk identification and mitigation efforts.
  • Oversee Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems to ensure alignment with operational requirements.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
  • 401(k) match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Education assistance and employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
Full Job Description
Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB) at Hanscom AFB, MA. The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH, with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position supports the AWACS (E3) and Wedgetail (E7), and the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control (FMS) Division; AFLMC(WIW). The WIW Division is located at Tinker AFB (OK) and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle, WA, San Antonio, TX, and several OCONUS positions.

As a Senior Program Manager your duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Support the E7 program office, focusing on the acquisition documentation required for a new major acquisition program entering the major milestone decision process.
  • 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 DoW directives and policies, including DoWI 5000.02, DoWI 5000.80, and DoWI 5000.81.
  • 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.
  • Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoW and Air Force policies.
  • 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.
  • Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups.
  • Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP documentation. Provide recommendations for incentive clauses and evaluate contractor proposals.
  • 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.
  • Provide critical support for lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategies, ensuring mission readiness and effective system integration.
  • Monitor DoW acquisition reforms and advise leadership on process improvements, cost avoidance strategies, and policy interpretations. Ensure compliance with updated regulations and directives.
  • 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
  • Bachelor's degree, and a minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW programs, OR
  • 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoW programs.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoWI 5000.02 and 5000.75, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoW and the Air Force
  • Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
  • Possesses the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including but not limited to briefings, documents, and plans.
  • Must have and maintain an active Secret security clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree, and a minimum of 10 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW programs
  • Strong PM skills to include all components of cost, schedule and performance.
  • Experience in Air Worthiness is a plus, as well as experience with Aircraft requirements.
  • Milestone experience with Major Acquisition programs will be a significant factor. Acquisition reporting skills and documentation, both writing and reviewing, will be a significant part of this job.


Schedule: M-F, 8-5

Work Location: Onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000

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.

About Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering, technology development, and programmatic support services to the Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, and other government agencies. The company's services include systems engineering, modeling and simulation, software development, test and evaluation, and program management. Torch Technologies was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama.
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