Acquisition Program Manager SME

Acquisition Program Manager SmeOdyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for an Acquisition Program Manager SME acquisition support to provide the government program manager with comprehensive skills and acquisition support to achieve program cost, schedule, performance, and quality objectives.ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but not limited to:Serves as deputy backfill when requiredApplies subject matter expertise to various project/program initiativesIdentifies programmatic issues and develops recommendations to facilitate issues resolutionAdvises on all resource management issues pertaining to the evaluation of effective resource performance across the portfolioServes as a branch integrator ensuring all program's briefings & charts meet proper formatAdvises on responses to senior leadershipAdvises the government program manager on best practicesOutlines policy disconnects, interpretation, and management of all acquisition effortsAssist the Program Manager in management of day-to-day program activities, to include: integrated master scheduling, contract actions (including proposal technical evaluations and materials/labor hours estimating), action item resolution, execution of requirements and plans, management of technical/program related issues, development of comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation plans, and test support to include operational assessment of advanced technologiesCreates and assists in developing acquisition program documentation required by DoD 5000 series supporting program efforts and acquisition milestones/reviews applying knowledge of streamlined acquisition policies/procedures and program management skillsAssist with the definition, development, documentation and management of user requirements; building on existing requirements management processes to identify, review and approve inherent and new capability needs to support a larger user community and enterprise objectives (to include assisting in conducting Industry Days, user/requirement working groups, developing implementation strategies, etc.)Prepares Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation consisting of Statements of Objectives, Statements of Work, Program Specifications, Contract Data Requirements Lists, etc. per DoD 5000 seriesSupports the development of strategies and associated budgets to efficiently and effectively execute programs, planning, facilitation, coordination of agendas, action items, and technical/program issues related to management, technical and test reviews to include requirements and design reviews, audits, and requirements meetings, etc.Assists in the development and execution of strategies and budgets to efficiently execute programsMonitors effectiveness of achieving program/enterprise goats and objectives; to include monitoring cost, schedule and technical performance and associated risksPrepare/update briefings and reports as requiredQualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications:Citizenship: Must be a US citizenClearance: Top Secret (with a current investigation within the past 5 years) or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation and SCI/SAP/SAR eligibleEducation: Master's Degree or equivalent requiredYears' experience: Minimum of 15 years of DoD and/or DoD contractor acquisition support experiencePrime contract management experienceKnowledge of DOD 5000 Series Defense Acquisition System DocumentationSoftware and/or Information Technology program-related cost/schedule/technical management experience requiredDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a leadership-type role, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and ability to proactively engage with and advise government and contractor supportExcellent communication skills (verbal and written) requiredProficiency in Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel and Word requiredDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a leadership-type role, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and ability to proactively engage with and advise government and contractor supportSAP/SAR experience highly desiredPreferred Qualifications:Years' experience: 18+ years experience of DoD and/or DoD contractor acquisition support experienceInterpersonal Skills:Working knowledge of the military structure and system acquisitionStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to organize, multi-task, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environmentAdditional Information:Location: Onsite at Hanscom AFBTravel: Travel may be required per the customer's discretionCompany OverviewOdyssey 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 military's 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 DisabilitiesPlease 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.This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays. Odyssey Benefits