Journeyman Program Manager

Journeyman Program Manager

WORK LOCATION:Hanscom AFB, MA

Salary Range:$90- $113,000 annually*

*depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

JOB STATUS: Full-time; Salaried

Clearance: Secret clearance required

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Program Manager supporting the Aerial Networks Division (HNA), which is within the C3I and Networks Directorate (AFLCMC/HN) and located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level clearance 
• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in a related field and 3 years of experience, 3 of which must be DoD OR 7 years of directly related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD
• DoD acquisition program management support across the acquisition lifecycle
• Knowledge of FAR, DoDI 5000.02, AFI 63-101/20-101, and related acquisition guidance
• Program risk management and acquisition reporting
• Cost, schedule, and performance management
• Development and review of acquisition documentation and milestone packages
• Experience supporting IPTs, PMRs, and acquisition reviews
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, DevSecOps, and cloud-based systems
• Experience with acquisition and financial systems, including CCaR, IDECS, EDA, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of EVM analysis and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Manager will provide acquisition and program management support to Government Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) across the acquisition lifecycle. The position supports program execution activities involving cost, schedule, performance, risk management, acquisition documentation, milestone preparation, contractor coordination, and program reporting in support of Air Force acquisition programs.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Support Government Program Managers in executing acquisition programs in accordance with FAR, DoDI 5000.02, and applicable Air Force guidance and regulations
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisition projects to support cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Provide acquisition program management support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to maintain acquisition battle rhythm and deliver operational capability
• Support development and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Strategies, APBs, LCSPs, Risk Management Plans, milestone briefings, and other program documentation
• Assist with preparation and review of acquisition reports including DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs, and other statutory and regulatory documentation
• Support program risk management activities including risk identification, analysis, handling, monitoring, and execution of risk management boards and working groups
• Develop and support briefings, schedules, status reports, graphics, and acquisition documentation for senior leadership
• Support source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, RFP documentation, CDRLs, SOWs, and source selection support documentation
• Review acquisition and program documentation to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidance
• Support implementation and execution of acquisition and development processes in coordination with Government and contractor personnel
• Assist with program integration activities, contractor deliverable tracking, and schedule management
• Support preparation and submission of funding documentation including Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and related acquisition documentation
• Monitor and support interface control and coordination between program systems and stakeholders
• Provide guidance on acquisition policies, procedures, and program management best practices
• Support operational planning, capability development, event integration, analysis, and reporting activities
• Maintain awareness of DoD acquisition reform initiatives and recommend process improvements where applicable.