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Astrion

Integrated defense, security, and space technology

Acquisition Program Manager

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBedford, MA, USA$115k - $130k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in the respective technical or professional discipline, including three years in the Department of Defense; or seven years of directly related experience with the proper certifications described in the PWS labor category performance requirements; or five years of experience in the Department of Defense.
  • Secret clearance is required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Support cost and schedule reduction activities for acquisition and development.
  • Provide program-level acquisition support.
  • Provide support and solutions to program leadership to facilitate successful contract execution, analyze overall program health, and advise program leadership on options to maintain cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
  • Support and develop briefings and schedules concerning program status and acquisition tasks for senior management.
  • Provide program management inputs to Requests for Proposal, including systems specifications, Electronic Warfare Systems specifications, Statements of Work, Contract Data Requirements Lists, and other RFP products.
  • Review acquisition documents and provide comments from a programmatic perspective to ensure consistency and accuracy. Documents may include Acquisition Decision Memorandums, Life Cycle Sustainment Plans, Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Program Baselines, Risk Management Plans, Program Management Reviews, and milestone decision briefings.
  • Support, prepare, review, and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory acquisition reports and milestone review documentation identified in DoDI 5000.02.
  • Provide non-technical acquisition program management guidance and expertise to apply the principles, criteria, and procedures of DoD Directive 5000.1, DoDI 5000.02, NSSAP 03-02, and applicable DoD, Air Force, AFMC, and AFLCMC instructions, directives, regulations, and guidance documents.
  • Outline policy disconnects and policy interpretations, and manage acquisition efforts.
  • Assist with planning, evaluating, and implementing program acquisition strategies, including DoD and Air Force policy or guidance; technical approach or requirements; risk assessment; and realism in achieving a product suitable for the warfighter within cost, schedule, and performance constraints. Support a broad range of program acquisition strategies, market research, deliverable-requirement evaluation, and best-practice management, including Urgent Capability Acquisitions and Middle Tier of Acquisition as defined in DoDI 5000.80 and DoDI 5000.81.
  • Support and coordinate with program-level scheduling personnel.
  • Develop, maintain, and update program risk management plans in accordance with the Risk Management Guide for DoD Acquisition, AFPAM 63-128, and the Air Force RI3 Guidebook. Facilitate program risk identification, analysis, handling, and monitoring; assist with execution of risk management boards and working groups, and document meeting minutes; analyze prime and subcontractor risk management processes.
  • Assist with development, maintenance, and updating of acquisition reports, including Monthly Activity Reports, Source Approval Requests, Defense Acquisition Executive Summaries, Acquisition Program Baselines, and supplemental reports required by DoD policy for ACAT I, ACAT II, and ACAT III programs and in accordance with DoDI 5000.02, AFI 63-101/20-101, and AFPAM 63-128. Use standardized and specialized applications including Microsoft Office, Integrated Budget Documentation and Execution System, Electronic Document Access, Comprehensive Cost and Requirements System, and other DoD or Office of the Secretary of Defense mandated systems.
  • Provide direct support in preparing and submitting funding documents, such as Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and Purchase Orders, requiring familiarity with financial systems such as the Comprehensive Cost and Requirements System.
  • Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate acquisition project assignments, and make recommendations to the Government Program Manager regarding problems with unique or controversial items that may significantly affect overall performance and execution of acquisition and sustainment projects.

About the Company

Astrion

Integrated defense, security, and space technology

Astrion provides integrated technology solutions and services for defense, homeland security, intelligence, and space missions. It covers cyber, software, systems engineering, and mission support, delivered through an “always on” approach and strong execution in demanding environments. The company works directly with customers to deliver impactful results and shape the future of national security and space operations. By combining technical expertise with agility, Astrion differentiates itself through relentless pursuit of bold ideas and end-to-end support across the lifecycle of complex missions. Its goal is to help customers meet critical moments with reliable, tailored solutions that advance capabilities in defense, security, and space.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Founded
Not listed

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