Senior Program Manager - Air Force Programs

Applied Research Solutions is seeking Senior Program Managers to support the HNI Division. 

This is a full-time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.

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:

The Senior Program Manager will provide acquisition and program management support to Government Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) across the acquisition lifecycle. The position supports program execution activities involving cost, schedule, performance, risk management, acquisition documentation, milestone preparation, contractor coordination, and program reporting in support of Air Force acquisition programs.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Support Government Program Managers in executing acquisition programs in accordance with FAR, DoDI 5000.02, and applicable Air Force guidance and regulations
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisition projects to support cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Provide acquisition program management support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to maintain acquisition battle rhythm and deliver operational capability
• Support development and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Strategies, APBs, LCSPs, Risk Management Plans, milestone briefings, and other program documentation
• Assist with preparation and review of acquisition reports including DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs, and other statutory and regulatory documentation
• Support program risk management activities including risk identification, analysis, handling, monitoring, and execution of risk management boards and working groups
• Develop and support briefings, schedules, status reports, graphics, and acquisition documentation for senior leadership
• Support source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, RFP documentation, CDRLs, SOWs, and source selection support documentation
• Review acquisition and program documentation to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidance
• Support implementation and execution of acquisition and development processes in coordination with Government and contractor personnel
• Assist with program integration activities, contractor deliverable tracking, and schedule management
• Support preparation and submission of funding documentation including Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and related acquisition documentation
• Monitor and support interface control and coordination between program systems and stakeholders
• Provide guidance on acquisition policies, procedures, and program management best practices
• Support operational planning, capability development, event integration, analysis, and reporting activities
• Maintain awareness of DoD acquisition reform initiatives and recommend process improvements where applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level clearance

Education: Bachelor's or master's Degree 

Years of Experience: 8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting

Technical Skills

• Acquisition Program Management
• DoDI 5000 Series Acquisition Processes
• Cost, Schedule, and Performance Management
• Program Risk Management
• Acquisition Documentation Development and Review
• Acquisition Reporting (DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs)
• Source Selection Support
• RFP, SOW, and CDRL Development
• Program Integration and Contractor Management
• Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal Skills

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead multiple efforts simultaneously
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong mentoring and team development capabilities

The expected annual salary range: $160K - $170K. Salary is dependent upon the role, assoc