Expertise and Functions Program & Acquisition Management • Provide program-level acquisition support to the Program Manager (PM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads to ensure disciplined execution, acquisition battle rhythm, and delivery of warfighter capability • Advise program leadership on overall program health and options to maintain cost, schedule, and performance objectives • Interpret, coordinate, and execute acquisition project assignments; identify and resolve issues with significant impact to acquisition and sustainment efforts • Compare program direction and plans for alignment and consistency across stakeholders • Monitor and assess program integration plans and interface control between systems Acquisition Strategy & Policy Compliance • Plan, evaluate, and implement acquisition strategies across traditional acquisition, Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA), and Urgent Capability pathways. • Provide non-technical acquisition expertise and guidance in accordance with DoD and Air Force acquisition policies, directives, and instructions • Identify and resolve policy disconnects; provide policy interpretation and recommendations to program leadership • Track acquisition reform initiatives and recommend updates to programs impacted by policy changes Contracting, RFP & Source Selection Support • Provide program management inputs to RFPs, including system requirements, SOWs, SRDs, CDRLs, and evaluation criteria • Develop source selection strategies and provide administrative and evaluation support. • Review and track prime contractor deliverables, schedules, and contractual performance • Draft contractual correspondence related to program management issues Program Reporting & Senior Leadership Briefings • Develop, prepare, and review acquisition reports and statutory documentation in support of milestone decisions and program oversight • Support preparation of senior-level briefings, graphics, schedules, and program status updates • Maintain recurring program documentation such as MARs, APBs, DAES inputs, SARs, and supplemental acquisition reports • Utilize DoD-mandated and specialized systems to support reporting, documentation, and execution Risk, Schedule & Performance Management • Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans; facilitate risk identification, analysis, handling, and monitoring • Support risk management boards and working groups; document outcomes and action items • Analyze contractor and subcontractor risk management processes • Coordinate with program scheduling personnel and correlate EVM cost performance data with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) CDRLs Financial & Funding Support • Provide direct support for preparation and submission of funding documents, including purchase requests, MIPRs, and obligation/spend plans • Support cost and schedule reduction initiatives across acquisition and development efforts • Evaluate funding realism and cost impacts in support of acquisition strategies and execution decisions Advisory & Leadership Support • Provide expert acquisition and program management guidance to division chiefs and program/project managers • Advise PMs on best-practice program management principles to improve processes, increase efficiency, and achieve cost avoidance • Support life-cycle logistics considerations and operational supportability planning • Other duties as assigned This position requires 20% travel. Requirements Education/Training: • Bachelor’s Degree preferred Experience: • 5+ years of general experience • 3+ years working in the DoD sector Technical Skills • Provide program management support focused on cost, schedule, and performance for the E‑7 platform • Track, analyze, and brief program metrics within established guidelines • Apply DoD acquisition processes and program documentation standards relevant to AWACS modernization • Use Microsoft Office Suite for reporting, scheduling, documentation, and communication • Identify risks, troubleshoot issues, and recommend solutions across technical and programmatic areas Interpersonal Skills • Communicate clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats with government and contractor teams • Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional, geographically dispersed stakeholders supporting AWACS programs • Work independently as a self‑starter while following established PM processes and guidelines • Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and critical thinking when navigating evolving program needs • Contribute positively to team dynamics, ensuring coordination across multiple major defense contractor partners Security: • Must be a US citizen • Must have an active Secret clearance Physical Requirements: • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.) • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) • Short Term & Long Term Disability • Training & Development • Wellness Resources Salary: The projected salary range for this position is $104,000- $122,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.