Senior Program Manager

Applied Research Solutions is looking for a Senior Program Manager to support the Tactical Air Traffic Control Command and Control Operations System (TACOS) within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). This directorate manages modernization, development, testing, production, and sustainment for over 140 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and its allies, playing a critical role in advancing the Air Force's mission. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. **Responsibilities:** In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter. **Duties include, but not limited to:** - Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management. - Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking. - Apply Agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps methodologies. - Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition policies (DoDI 5000.02 & 5000.75). - Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of acquisition programs. - Develop and present acquisition documentation, briefings, and reports. - Support Program Managers in executing acquisition strategies and maintaining program battle rhythm. - Guide contract execution, assessing program health to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals. - Assist in RFP development, including SOWs, SRDs, and CDRLs. - Review acquisition documents for accuracy and consistency. - Collaborate with government and contractors on acquisition execution. - Provide strategic acquisition guidance and policy interpretation. - Support risk management planning, including mitigation strategies. - Develop statutory and regulatory acquisition reports. - Utilize financial and acquisition systems (CCaR, IDECS, EDA) for funding management. - Track contractor deliverables, schedules, and program integration. - Monitor IT system interfaces and assist in contract communications. - Stay updated on DoD acquisition reforms and Air Force policies. - Ensure MPE systems align with operational testing and OFP requirements. - Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and contract modifications. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - **Education:**BA/BS degree in related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DOD, OR, - 15 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DOD - **Security Clearance:** Active Secret Clearance - **Certifications:** PMP Certificate preferred. - **Citizenship:** Must be a US citizen. **Technical Skills** - DoD Acquisition Program Management - Acquisition Strategy Development (ASP) - Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) development - Statement of Work (SOW) development - Program planning, execution, and scheduling -…