Program Manager, Journeyman

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. Responsibilities Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads for E-7 program objectives. Support program execution activities to ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02, 5000.80, 5000.81). Assist in developing and implementing acquisition strategies for program cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives. Support 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. Evaluate program health and provide recommendations regarding program execution, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation. Develop 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. Support risk management activities: risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and coordination of program risk boards and working groups. Assist with source selection activities: acquisition planning, evaluation criteria development, proposal reviews, and contract administration support. Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and coordinate alignment of mission planning capabilities with operational and testing requirements. Provide lifecycle logistics, sustainment, and operational planning support to ensure mission readiness and system integration. Monitor acquisition policy updates, process improvements, and software acquisition initiatives to support effective program execution. Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve programmatic issues and support successful program outcomes. Support Agile software development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives where applicable. Required Qualifications U.S. Citizenship. High School Diploma. Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and DoDI 5000.75. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques used to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and performance. Experience supporting acquisition program execution, reporting, and decision-making activities. Ability to develop acquisition documentation, briefings, plans, and program management products. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must have and maintain an active Secret security clearance. Preferred 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. Comprehensive 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. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including briefings, documents, and plans. Experience supporting acquisition lifecycle management activities. Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles. Experience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities. Experience using Microsoft Office and DoW acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to work effectively with government personnel, contractors, and Integrated Product Teams. Schedule / Location / Travel Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Hanscom AFB Travel: 0 – 15 % Relocation Assistance: No Salary $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. Benefits 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. EEO 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. J-18808-Ljbffr