LRCCA Program Support

VLinc Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

VLinc is seeking a Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide high-level programmatic and technical support for the LRCCA program under the U.S. Coast Guard.

The role involves managing documentation, responding to executive- and congressional-level information requests, and supporting decision-making across acquisition phases. Location is primary duty station at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC, with on-site requirements and potential telework coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Systems, Engineering, Public Policy, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of program management or acquisition support experience within DHS or DoD aviation enterprise.
• Knowledge of DHS Directive 102-01, COMDTINST M5000.10, and the USCG ALF.
• Experience preparing briefings, cost estimates, and acquisition documentation for government stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills, with proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with task management systems (TMS, DCARS) and federal reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the LRCCA program through the Obtain and Produce/Deploy & Support phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
• Prepare briefs and documentation to support Acquisition Decision Events (ADEs) and Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs).
• Develop executive-level presentations for CG review boards and external DHS, OMB, GAO, and Congressional stakeholders.
• Ensure consistency, formatting, and alignment of all Program-level materials including risk assessments, funding justifications, and budget artifacts.
• Maintain and update program deliverables using DCARS and TMS.
• Support data collection, budget planning, and coordination of responses for GAO audits and DHS/OMB inquiries.
• Contribute to aviation strategic planning by identifying capability gaps and acquisition alignment.
• Assist in tracking program milestones, status, and performance reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

TMS

DCARS

Federal reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

TMS

DCARS

Microsoft Office

Job description

VLinc is hiring a Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide high-level programmatic and technical support for the Long Range Command and Control Aircraft (LRCCA) program under the U.S. Coast Guard Office of Aviation Acquisition (CG-931). The SME will assist in managing program documentation, responding to executive- and congressional-level information requests, and supporting decision-making across multiple acquisition phases. This position is critical to shaping the future of USCG long-range surveillance and response capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the LRCCA program through the Obtain and Produce/Deploy & Support phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
• Prepare briefs and documentation to support Acquisition Decision Events (ADEs) and Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs).
• Develop executive-level presentations for internal CG review boards and external DHS, OMB, GAO, and Congressional stakeholders.
• Ensure consistency, formatting, and alignment of all Program-level materials including risk assessments, funding justifications, and budget artifacts.
• Maintain and update program deliverables using USCG's DCARS and Task Management System (TMS).
• Support data collection, budget planning, and coordination of responses for annual GAO audits and DHS/OMB inquiries.
• Contribute to aviation strategic planning by identifying capability gaps, evaluating acquisition alignment, and recommending course corrections.
• Assist in tracking program milestones, status, and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Systems, Engineering, Public Policy, or related discipline.
• At least 10 years of program management or acquisition support experience within the DHS or DoD aviation enterprise.
• Knowledge of DHS Directive 102-01, COMDTINST M5000.10, and the USCG Acquisition Lifecycle Framework (ALF).
• Experience preparing briefings, cost estimates, and acquisition documentation for government stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills, with proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with task management systems (TMS, DCARS) and federal reporting requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Program Management, Systems Engineering, or Business Administration.
• PMP or DAWIA Level III certification.
• Prior experience supporting LRCCA or HC-130J programs.
• Direct experience managing coordination for DHS or GAO audits and inquiries.

Work Environment

• Location: Primary duty station is USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC.
• On-Site Requirements: On-site support required for briefings, planning sessions, and task coordination.
• Telework: May be approved in coordination with the COR on a case-based basis.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0630-1600, with occasional extended hours to support high-priority deliverables.

Why VLinc

At VLinc, we are proud to support missions that safeguard our nation's maritime and homeland security. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, our culture is rooted in excellence, commitment, and collaboration. Join us to shape the future of long-range aviation capabilities for the U.S. Coast Guard and make a lasting impact through strategic acquisition leadership.