Software Acquisition and Production Manager Security Clearance

Position: Software Acquisition and Production Manager with Security Clearance
Title:

Software Acquisition and Production Manager Belong. Connect. Grow. with K ! K 's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security. Why Join Us?
* Innovative Projects: K 's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

* Collaborative Environment:
Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

* Impactful Work:
Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Software Acquisition and Production Manager to join our dynamic team in Colorado Springs, CO, or Dayton, OH, to oversee and approve task planning on several large projects.

Key Responsibilities:

* Software Acquisition:
Develop and refine innovative software acquisition strategies for the nation's emerging capabilities.
* Requirements Analysis:
Recommend and refine detailed operational requirements for emerging space domain awareness visualization and data fusion technologies

* Program Management:
Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to achieve aggressive project timelines and cutting-edge technology outcomes.

* Advanced Modeling Techniques:
Recommend and leverage software modeling and test tools to validate performance.

* Team Leadership:
Mentor junior and senior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success.

Required Qualifications:

* BA / BS in Engineering, Science or related field

* 10+ years of overall experience and 5+ years of experience in program/project management.

* Clearance:
Minimum Secret with the ability to quickly obtain TS, SCI, SAP.

* Complex System Design:
Experience in designing and developing complex systems of systems and enterprise architectures.

* Program Management:
Proven track record in managing and delivering complex projects with approximately 5+ years of experience in program/project management. Experience should include managing complex software development projects.

* Team Leadership:
Demonstrated leadership skills in a collaborative environment. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively within all organizational levels, including senior DoD leadership.

* Defense Sector

Experience:

Previous experience in the defense sector or with DoD projects.

* Proven ability to recommend, embrace and implement change in a fast-paced, high-performing, hand-picked organization. Desired

Qualifications:

* AI/ML Methods:
Familiarity with AI/ML applications and test methods.

* Emerging Technologies:
Interest in and experience with the latest system modeling and engineering techniques and languages.

* Software Acquisition:
Experience in large-scale USG software acquisition program(s). Work Environment:

* Location:

On-site

* Working Hours:

Normal business hours Compensation:
* For Colorado only, the salary range for this position is approximately $160,000 - $190,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Other Compensation: K  may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

K  Benefits K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Ready to Make…