DCGS Senior Program Manager

Socket.dev; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

GMRE is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to support the AF DCGS program at Robins AFB, GA. The role focuses on acquisition management, cost/schedule/risk, and program protection planning in alignment with DoD policy.

Candidates should have DoD experience, necessary credentials, and the ability to coordinate with government and prime contractor teams. On-site at Robins AFB with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Advanced communication and coordination across DoD and contractor teams.
• Experience documenting and coordinating Acquisition Program Baselines, PPPs, LCMP, and risk plans.
• Strong background in DoD acquisition processes and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Create and support program documentation and briefings (APBs, CDRLs, SCG).
• Provide acquisition management services to assist planning, execution, and program support.
• Develop cost estimates, handle change and scope documents, and coordinate with external agencies.
• Support technical reviews and program meetings (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMs).
• Draft/update agendas, briefing materials, and minutes for meetings.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Supervisory/leadership

Task prioritization

Flexibility/ability to work under压力

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree or equivalent, 12 years DoD exp

Bachelor's degree, 15 years DoD exp

DAU/APDP or equivalent credential

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position supports the AF DCGS Program at Robins AFB, GA.

• Program Management Support personnel must have current acquisition and program management knowledge and experience in support of DoD weapon systems, preferably AF, to include experience in managing program cost, schedule, performance, and risk. These activities balance many factors that influence cost, schedule, and performance to include, but are not limited to, meeting organizational goals, meeting financial goals, risk management, schedule management, project(s) integration, financial management, and the ability to integrate the separate functions to plan and implement acquisition management according to DoD 5000 series policy and AFI 63-101/20-101.
• Works under the direct supervision of the prime contractor and government duty section lead.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create/support program documentation and activities such as Early Strategy and Issues Sessions, Acquisition Strategy Panels, IMPs/IMSs, Acquisition Program Baselines (APB), Clinger-Cohen Act compliance, cybersecurity strategy, Program Protection Plans (PPP), LCMP, risk management plans, milestone briefings, GFE management, budget/cost research and analysis, PWS development, CDRL development and coordination, and Security Classification Guide (SCG) development and coordination.
• Provide specialized acquisition and program management services to assist the Government with acquisition planning, execution, and program support.
• Develop, review, coordinate, and follow-up on cost estimate requests, cost impact requests, changes in scope, purchase requests, etc. Contractor personnel shall be cognizant of external agency points of contact required in the accomplishment of document coordination.
• Support PMRs, System Requirements Reviews (SRRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), CCBs, System Safety Groups (SSGs), production status meetings, design reviews, TIMs, provisioning and supply conferences, technical data conferences, Test Plan Working Groups , and other associated program meetings and conferences.
• Create, draft, update, and modify agendas, briefing materials, and minutes to support meetings.
• Draft/update and support documentation including, but not limited to, studies and analysis of provisioning lists, ACAT and Services Acquisition Category (SCAT) documentation, PPPs, LCMP, and risk management plans.
• Utilize the CCaRS system to initiate documentation and generate reports to define and coordinate execution and reconcile execution data. With DoD acquisitions and LCM program execution

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran owned company who cares about our employees. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE's mission is to provide high quality engineering and technical services to help our customers grow and succeed.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice as needed.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master of Science or Master of Arts Degree, 12 years of experience, and 5 years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience; OR Bachelor’s degree, 15 years of experience and 5 years of DoD experience; OR Certifications, 20 years of experience, 8 years of DoD experience
• Experience completing acquisition program management tasks that support the LCM of products and systems within the Defense Acquisition System processes using UCA, MTA, MCA, SW Acquisition or Acquisition of Services pathways.
• Experience developing pre- and post-award documentation, milestone planning, tracking, scheduling, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision documentation.
• Acquisition Qualification

SECURITY CLEARANCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.
• Must have one of the recognized Acquisition Qualifications
• Defense Acquisition University (DAU) credential program, CACQ 010 Foundational Acquisition Intelligence Credential; or
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP), any level, or A degree or certificate in LCM, Product LCM, or related field from any University or learning institute accredited by a U.S. Department of Education approved accrediting organization
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Do you have the ability to pass a background check to be granted access to the specific working location installation bases to perform work for GMRE?

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position for meetings, trainings, and/or site visits.