Program Manager (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is looking for a Program Manager to work in Colorado Springs, CO. to manage the multi-functional Program Management Office (PMO) supporting the Satellite Control Network Tracking Station Operations, Remote Site, and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) Program. The PMO Manager will administer AKIMA policies and procedures, oversee the day-to-day contract performance and assist with start-up of new Task Orders. Lead and direct PMO employees supporting the STORMS contract and providing consistent support to the 10 world-wide locations. Ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience supporting DoD programs, accountable for contract performance, deliverable quality and customer satisfaction. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Execution

• Manage STORMS business operations; make recommendations and program continuity, prepare technical reports by analyzing and summarizing the information and trends.

• Handles complex issues and problems, working closely with Program Management on operations and complex issues.

• Manages program(s) to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with corporate policies and DoD technical data and Performance Work Statement.

• Oversee Training, Quality, Travel and support functions for the STORMS Task Orders and team.

• Develop and implement performance objectives and continuous improvement initiatives across the task order.

• Foster strong working relationships with Akima Shared Services, STORMS PM and Government customers.

• Manage program T&M Project costs, Other Direct Costs reimbursable, Invoice and billing status.

Contract & Deliverable Management

• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.

• Submit quality task order deliverables, timelines and Monthly Status Report and Quality Status Report.

• Manage personnel administration, position vacancy notifications, and continuity of services during employee turnover.

• Develop and implement processes and procedures to improve the quality program.

• Reconciles and verifies invoices, purchase cards and timecard data.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Manage/update/add/subtract personnel and related information in program level tracking database.

• Coordinate with CONUS and OCONUS Site Leads to assure smooth functioning of newly implemented processes or procedures.

• Oversee program vendor, procurement and subcontract status to meet program requirements.

• Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and prepares reports to senior management.

Personnel Leadership

• Performs analyses, assessments, and develops and implements program process improvements.

• Tracks new hire status from recruiting through arrival at OCONUS work location.

• Oversee new hire status tracking; setup assigned timecard project codes, project charging review and error analysis/corrections.

• Reviews, tracks and submits tickets through Shared Services for pay and leave accrual issues if applicable.

• Processes employee expense reports and corporate card purchases; reconcile receipts per approved expenses.

• Assists personnel in completing travel forms and other business transactions.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance required.

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum of ten years' relevant experience.

• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible program management experience supporting DoD or federal government services contracts.

• Demonstrated experience managing multi-functional teams delivering training, administrative, or curriculum development support.

• Working knowledge of FAR/DARS contract administration, deliverable management, and non-personal services requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and customer engagement skills.

• High-level analytical ability.

• High level problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend and implement alternative set-up and/or operations for complex systems.

• Detail-oriented and possesses the ability to handle multiple tasks.

• Experience in providing administrative support to senior executives.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting U.S. Space Force or Air Force Command Satellite Control Network (SCN) programs.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.

• Understanding compliance and financial documentation.

• Adverse Event reporting and reconciliation experience strongly preferred.

Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Job ID

2026-26147

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$120,000 - $130,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.

As a FRA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).