Program Manager, Senior - Secret

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Electronic Systems (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Electronic Systems portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Electronic Systems is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This is a full time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA. Essential Job Functions 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 DoD directives and policies, including DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.80, and DoDI 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 DoD 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 DoD 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 Skills Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Must have and be able to maintain an active Secret level clearance. Bachelor's degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program, and minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs. Requirements development, production and deployment, and operations and support. Architecture development and implementation. Modeling and simulation, including Model-Based Systems Engineering principles. Verification and validation processes. Technical data package development and sustainment. Principles of configuration management. Network architectures, embedded systems, and application deployment across various systems and hardware, including cloud deployment and virtualization. DoD acquisition processes such as Technology Maturation, Risk Reduction, Engineering Manufacturing Development, and Production and Deployment activities. Familiarity with Electronic Warfare and/or Air Combat operations, including live aircrew training, development of tactics, techniques, and procedures, and Range Infrastructure architectures and systems. Desired Skills Master's degree in a professional engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program. Salary Range : $87,934-$120,000 At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs. Learn more about our benefits here DCS Corp Benefits