Program Director

Akima; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Growth opportunities and excellent retirement options

Job summary

A federal facilities contractor is seeking a Program Director to lead large-scale contingency response task orders. This position requires extensive managerial expertise and a strong focus on Army logistics and contingency planning. Key responsibilities include developing operational strategies, ensuring compliance, and managing cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have at least 15 years of program management experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The role offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $250,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of program management experience with focus on Army logistics.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale task orders for military or government clients.
• Experience managing logistics and support services in austere or conflict zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale contingency response task orders.
• Develop and implement contingency plans and operational strategies.
• Ensure timely and compliant execution of task orders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

PMP or equivalent project management certification (preferred)

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Director to lead and manage large-scale contingency response task orders. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive managerial expertise and a proven ability to oversee complex operations in dynamic and austere environments. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Army logistics, contingency planning, and program execution, ensuring mission success under challenging conditions.

Position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for global contingency response task orders supporting military and humanitarian operations.
• Develop and implement comprehensive contingency plans and operational strategies.
• Coordinate with military personnel, federal and foreign government agencies, contractors, and vendors (CONUS and OCONUS).
• Ensure timely, compliant, and effective execution of all task orders.
• Monitor project performance, manage risks, and ensure contractual compliance.
• Lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Maintain situational awareness of military operations, logistics trends, and evolving requirements.
• Oversee logistics, life support, and sustainment services in remote or hostile locations.
• Plan, develop, and participate in senior-level exercises with customers and approved stakeholders.
• Ensure all operations adhere to U.S. Army regulations, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of program management experience, with a strong focus on Army logistics and contingency operations.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex task orders for military or government clients.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to operate effectively under pressure in high-stakes environments.
• Prior military or civilian experience with Department of Defense operations, procedures, and logistics systems.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Experience managing logistics and support services in austere or conflict zones.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting global contingency response programs or similar large-scale logistics contracts.
• Knowledge of international operations, global logistics, supply chain management, and contract compliance.
• Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with military and civilian stakeholders.

Job ID: 2026-21797

Work Type: On-Site

Pay Range: $170,000 - $250,000

Benefits: Regular – The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.