Front Office Group; FOG Program Manager - HN EPASS

Overview

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is a world‑class provider of technically integrated solutions that deliver premier talent and technology across focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. ARS has been recognized as a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020 and fosters a culture that challenges employees to meet their career goals while maintaining work/life balance.

Bedford, MA 01730, USA

Full‑Time
• On‑site

• Lead and manage acquisition‑related program efforts throughout the program lifecycle, including planning, requirements development, execution, sustainment, and transition activities.
• Support Air Force acquisition initiatives in accordance with DoDI 5000 series guidance, Air Force acquisition policies, and applicable program management frameworks.
• Coordinate and monitor program execution activities to ensure cost, schedule, and performance objectives are achieved.
• Interface directly with high‑level Air Force personnel, government leadership, program offices, and external stakeholders to support strategic acquisition initiatives and mission priorities.
• Prepare and present executive‑level briefings, program updates, decision‑support materials, and status reports for senior leaders.
• Support leadership in prioritizing competing requirements, resolving programmatic issues, and driving strategic decision‑making.
• Serve as a task lead overseeing day‑to‑day activities of cross‑functional teams supporting acquisition and program execution efforts.
• Provide supervisory‑level leadership, mentorship, and direction to team members while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and customer expectations.
• Coordinate workload distribution, monitor deliverables, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and action items.
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, acquisition documentation, milestone planning activities, and execution strategies.
• Support planning and execution of acquisition phases including requirements analysis, systems engineering coordination, testing, fielding, and sustainment activities.
• Track program metrics and identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints impacting program objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Air Force, DoD, and federal acquisition regulations, policies, and governance processes.
• Identify and mitigate program risks related to schedule, cost, technical performance, and contract execution.
• Monitor contractor performance and coordinate with contracting, engineering, and program office personnel to ensure deliverables meet mission requirements.
• Prepare, review, and maintain acquisition and program management documentation including Acquisition Strategies, PMRs, SEPs, risk assessments, briefing packages, and executive correspondence.
• Provide detailed reporting and recommendations to senior Air Force leadership regarding program health, acquisition strategy, and operational impacts.
• Foster collaboration across government, military, and contractor teams in a dynamic Air Force operational environment.
• Support special projects, front‑office initiatives, and other duties as assigned.
• Position is fully on‑site in support of Air Force mission operations.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Minimum of 10 years program management experience, with at least 5 years specifically working within a Department of Defense (DoD) setting.
• Top‑Secret security clearance required (current Secret clearance may be considered).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Management) required; an advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Program Management or Engineering) is highly preferred.
• Direct experience supporting Air Force programs and familiarity with Air Force‑specific processes, requirements, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with program management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Earned Value Management Systems).
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to interact effectively with senior military officials, government personnel, and contractors.
• Ability to identify complex program issues and develop innovative solutions to ensure program success.

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