{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"86e5409df6fa1f5c4f541b36","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/86e5409df6fa1f5c4f541b36","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/86e5409df6fa1f5c4f541b36","title":"Program Manager, Journeyman","description":"Program Manager, Journeyman – Air Force The position provides acquisition and program management support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate, supporting programs such as AWACS (E-3), Wedgetail (E-7), and International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control.\r\nResponsibilities Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads for E-7 program objectives.\r\nSupport program execution activities to ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02, 5000.80, 5000.81).\r\nAssist in developing and implementing acquisition strategies for program cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives.\r\nSupport contract execution activities including acquisition documentation reviews, milestone decision briefings, Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Request for Proposal (RFP) development.\r\nEvaluate program health and provide recommendations regarding program execution, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation.\r\nDevelop and maintain acquisition reports and program documentation, including Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES) inputs, Acquisition Program Baselines (APB), and executive-level briefings.\r\nSupport risk management activities: risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and coordination of program risk boards and working groups.\r\nAssist with source selection activities: acquisition planning, evaluation criteria development, proposal reviews, and contract administration support.\r\nSupport Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and coordinate alignment of mission planning capabilities with operational and testing requirements.\r\nProvide lifecycle logistics, sustainment, and operational planning support to ensure mission readiness and system integration.\r\nMonitor acquisition policy updates, process improvements, and software acquisition initiatives to support effective program execution.\r\nCoordinate with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve programmatic issues and support successful program outcomes.\r\nSupport Agile software development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives where applicable.\r\nRequired Qualifications U.S. Citizenship.\r\nHigh School Diploma.\r\nComprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and DoDI 5000.75.\r\nKnowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques used to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and performance.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition program execution, reporting, and decision-making activities.\r\nAbility to develop acquisition documentation, briefings, plans, and program management products.\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\r\nMust have and maintain an active Secret security clearance.\r\nPreferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, including at least 3 years supporting DoW; OR 8 years of directly related experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW.\r\nComprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, and knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoW and the Air Force.\r\nKnowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs.\r\nAbility to communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including briefings, documents, and plans.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition lifecycle management activities.\r\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities.\r\nExperience using Microsoft Office and DoW acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR.\r\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\r\nStrong organizational and analytical skills.\r\nAbility to work effectively with government personnel, contractors, and Integrated Product Teams.\r\nSchedule / Location / Travel Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.\r\nLocation: Hanscom AFB\r\nTravel: 0 – 15 %\r\nRelocation Assistance: No\r\nSalary $115,000 – $125,000 (base salary range). Salary is a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as federal contract categories, geographic location, scope of responsibilities, and candidate qualifications.\r\nBenefits Torch Technologies offers a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.\r\nEEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Torch Technologies","rawCompany":"torch technologies","city":"Lincoln","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-08T01:02:37.185Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager, Journeyman","description":"Program Manager, Journeyman – Air Force The position provides acquisition and program management support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate, supporting programs such as AWACS (E-3), Wedgetail (E-7), and International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control.\r\nResponsibilities Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads for E-7 program objectives.\r\nSupport program execution activities to ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02, 5000.80, 5000.81).\r\nAssist in developing and implementing acquisition strategies for program cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives.\r\nSupport contract execution activities including acquisition documentation reviews, milestone decision briefings, Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Request for Proposal (RFP) development.\r\nEvaluate program health and provide recommendations regarding program execution, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation.\r\nDevelop and maintain acquisition reports and program documentation, including Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES) inputs, Acquisition Program Baselines (APB), and executive-level briefings.\r\nSupport risk management activities: risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and coordination of program risk boards and working groups.\r\nAssist with source selection activities: acquisition planning, evaluation criteria development, proposal reviews, and contract administration support.\r\nSupport Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and coordinate alignment of mission planning capabilities with operational and testing requirements.\r\nProvide lifecycle logistics, sustainment, and operational planning support to ensure mission readiness and system integration.\r\nMonitor acquisition policy updates, process improvements, and software acquisition initiatives to support effective program execution.\r\nCoordinate with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve programmatic issues and support successful program outcomes.\r\nSupport Agile software development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives where applicable.\r\nRequired Qualifications U.S. Citizenship.\r\nHigh School Diploma.\r\nComprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and DoDI 5000.75.\r\nKnowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques used to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and performance.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition program execution, reporting, and decision-making activities.\r\nAbility to develop acquisition documentation, briefings, plans, and program management products.\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\r\nMust have and maintain an active Secret security clearance.\r\nPreferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, including at least 3 years supporting DoW; OR 8 years of directly related experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW.\r\nComprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, and knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoW and the Air Force.\r\nKnowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs.\r\nAbility to communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including briefings, documents, and plans.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition lifecycle management activities.\r\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles.\r\nExperience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities.\r\nExperience using Microsoft Office and DoW acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR.\r\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\r\nStrong organizational and analytical skills.\r\nAbility to work effectively with government personnel, contractors, and Integrated Product Teams.\r\nSchedule / Location / Travel Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.\r\nLocation: Hanscom AFB\r\nTravel: 0 – 15 %\r\nRelocation Assistance: No\r\nSalary $115,000 – $125,000 (base salary range). Salary is a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as federal contract categories, geographic location, scope of responsibilities, and candidate qualifications.\r\nBenefits Torch Technologies offers a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.\r\nEEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-08-08T01:02:37.185Z","dateModified":"2026-08-08T01:02:37.185Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Torch Technologies","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Lincoln","addressRegion":"MA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"86e5409df6fa1f5c4f541b36"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/86e5409df6fa1f5c4f541b36"}}