Senior Program Manager
Dayton, TX - USA
Job Summary
Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager supporting AFLCMC/WIU Fixed Wing Branch. The Senior Program Manager supports the AFLCMC/WIUM Fixed Wing Branch by leading endtoend program execution for SOF/PR C130 modernization and sustainment efforts.
Duties include but not limited to:
- Apply DoD and Air Force acquisition program management principles policies and procedures to support systems subsystems equipment procurement and lifecycle program activities.
- Manage and coordinate resources and personnel to effectively meet program objectives while identifying and recommending improved approaches for task execution.
- Support development of integrated risk management plans strategies and mitigation recommendations.
- Review and analyze contractor production changes and prepare draft recommendations for Government consideration including writing editing and maintaining program documentation.
- Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs); support factfinding activities and participate in the Configuration Control Board (CCB) process.
- Perform analytical assessments on program issues identifying impacts risks and recommended mitigation or avoidance strategies.
- Provide support for creation maintenance and analysis of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) including development of master program schedules and conducting Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) using Monte Carlo tools.
- Analyze contractor and Government schedules for accuracy feasibility and alignment with program objectives; integrate and reconcile schedule data across multiple stakeholders.
- Support development coordination adjudication and finalization of milestone documentation program assessments and staff summary packages.
- Participate in process improvement efforts serving as a member or advisor to IPTs and Process Improvement Working Groups (PIWGs).
- Translate user requirements (CDD CPD CONOPS) into acquisition documentation and assist in developing inputs for PWSs CDRLs and other contractual documents.
- Utilize MS Project CCaRS SMART and Air Force/SOF portals to conduct research and develop technical and nontechnical products including spreadsheets briefings graphics and reports.
- Support planning facilitation and execution of program meetings offsites and specialized events including preparation of agendas briefing materials actionitem tracking and meeting documentation.
- Assist with writing coordinating staffing and maintaining program documentation regarding requirements cost schedule performance risk and program status.
- Attend and support program reviews audits and working group meetings (PMRs PDRs CDRs TIMs TPWGs TRRs) providing technical support such as meeting setup slide advancement and minute-taking.
- Coordinate meeting arrangements track actions and suspense items and collaborate with functional managers outside agencies contractors and program office personnel.
- Collect and prepare materials for staff meetings and program-level discussions as required by senior leadership.
- Assist in assembling Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPAR) inputs for weapon system contracts.
- Apply knowledge of DoD USAF and USSOCOM acquisition processes including familiarity with USSOCOM Directive 701 and acquisition requirements for programs up to ACAT ID.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance:Secret
Education and experience:
- Masters or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed 5 years of which must be in the DoD.
- OR bachelors degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed 5 of which must be in the DoD.
- OR 15 years of directly related experience 8 of which must be in the DoD.
Technical Skills
- Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Development & MS Project Proficiency
- Risk Management & Program Analysis (including SRA/Monté Carlo tools)
- DoD/USAF Acquisition Documentation Development (ECPs CCPs PWS CDRLs Milestone Docs)
- SharePoint Administration & Data Management Systems (CCaRS SMART AF/SOF Portals)
Interpersonal Skills
- Clear and Professional Communication
- Collaboration and Team-Oriented Mindset
- Relationship Building with Stakeholders
- Adaptability and Problem-Solving in Dynamic Environments
Additional Information
Location: Wright Patterson AFB OH
Travel: 15%
Remote Onsite or Hybrid:Onsite
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Odyssey is a world-class technical engineering and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration ISR C2 and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the militarys operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment technology and services to data information and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution peak organizational performance and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment ambition and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations an employer match program and volunteering events.
Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant work experience specific skills and competencies geographic location education and certifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Odyssey builds, secures and integrates capabilities and technologies to meet tomorrow’s mission requirements. We enhance operational readiness through comprehensive program support.