Program Manager, F-15

Astrion; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

401K with employer matching

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee the F-15 contract at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. The ideal candidate should have at least 15 years of relevant experience and extensive knowledge of defense acquisition processes. This role involves developing critical program documents, supporting key acquisition events, and providing FMS expertise for various programs. A Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field is required, with a focus on candidates familiar with DoD practices. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 15 years of directly related experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience or Master's/Doctorate with 10 years is also acceptable.
• Experience in the DoD is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop critical acquisition documents for program oversight.
• Support proposal reviews and coordinate documentation across functions.
• Assist in producing analysis reports for program office use.

Skills

Flexibility

Advanced Knowledge in Field

Ability to Manage Teams

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

15 years of related experience

Job description

Program Manager

LOCATION: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: SECRET

TRAVEL: 10-25%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager on the F-15 contract, supporting the Air Force Division at Wright‑Patterson AFB. Join the team supporting the F‑15 program—one of the most operationally lethal and enduring fighter aircraft platforms in the world. As the workhorse of the U.S. Air Force, the F‑15 has proven itself as the most lethal and reliable combat aircraft in service, with unmatched speed, agility, and payload capacity. Our program team consists of dedicated, mission‑focused professionals who bring technical expertise, operational insight, and a commitment to excellence in support of this critical national defense capability. Be part of a program that directly impacts air superiority, national defense, deterrence, and alliances across the world.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Must be flexible in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable events
• Possesses advanced knowledge, experience and ability to be recognized as an expert in the field
• Has the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of Junior and Journeyman personnel, familiar with and able to present data and recommendations to a large audience
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline and possesses a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in their area of expertise. Superb verbal and written communication skills

Education

• 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD, OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, five of which must be in the DoD, OR
• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, five (5) of which must be in the DoD

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Apply a full range of acquisition program management philosophy, policies, and procedures to perform a wide range of acquisition management activities in support of existing and future F‑15 Division aircraft programs
• Understand current DoD and AF‑specific acquisition regulations, guidelines, and processes
• Support acquisition program management of full life‑cycle requirements, subsystems and equipment
• Experience and time in FMS‑related positions in meeting the requirements in the following minimum amounts: senior eight (8) years
• Working knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), transportation plan development, and the Defense Transportation System
• Understanding of the Congressional Notification and Release in Principle/Release in Specific (RIP/RIS) approval process and support the program office in working through these processes

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of documents, such as, but not limited to, Memorandum of Agreements (MOAs), Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs), Statements of Objective (SOOs), PWSs, Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Mission Needs Statements, Operational Requirements Documents (ORD), Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs), Capability Development Documents (CDDs), Capability Production Documents (CPDs), Milestone Documentation, Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), and Rapid Fielding Requirements Documents (RFRDs)
• Support the review of proposals as assigned by the Government. Assist with coordination of documentation between functional resources, including but not limited to financial, management, procurement, engineering, and logistics, and assist with the consolidation of their inputs into common documents, and planning for the accomplishment of various program milestones
• Support key acquisition events and reviews as needed, such as System Requirements Reviews (SRRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), Technical Coordination Meetings (TCMs), Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs), Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), Production Readiness Reviews (PRRs), milestone documentation development, and others as applicable
• Assist in producing or reviewing products for program office use that include business case analyses, trade‑off studies, estimates for program office acquisition and logistics requirements, written requirements documents for planned acquisitions, and acquisition strategies and plans
• Provide milestone documentation support for documents defined in DoDI 5000.02 and as tailored by the program office and milestone decision authority. Provide a program assessment for integration of documentation to ensure consistency with program strategy and consistency across all milestone documentation. Provide inputs, drafts, coordinate with appropriate F‑15 Division programs and other Government agencies, adjudicate comments, and produce final versions of coordinated milestone documents and assessments. Develop and collect technical data and inputs for staff summary packages to support coordination and signature of all associated documents for milestone approval
• Support the development of contract strategies, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and the completion of a program risk assessment to document issues impinging on milestone execution
• Provide technical support, plan for, coordinate, and participate in integrated program reviews and conferences, including, but not limited to, executive, readiness, technical, budget, design, weapon system, resource, requirement working groups, supportability, and management reviews. Support program briefings and reports by gathering information, preparing charts, presenting briefings, and providing other support as needed. Support shall include the management of the action item process following each review
• The Contractor shall provide FMS expertise for various FMS programs within the F‑15 Division that are in varied DoD acquisitions stages to include planning, execution, delivery, sustainment and program closure in accordance with DoD policies and guidelines

FMS

• Assist with monitoring, reviewing, analyzing and coordinating security assistance issues concerning DoD and non‑DoD agencies to ensure compliance with established policies, Letters of Request (LOR), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA), the Foreign Assistance Act, the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), ITAR, and other relevant legislation
• Assist with pre‑LOA Price and Availability (P&A) and LOA, SOO/SOW development/editing, and reviewing of proposals as assigned by the Government. Assist with reviews of various acquisition documents, export licenses, or other documentation submitted by the prime or original equipment manufacturers for Government review; and shall assist with release and coordination of Government responses
• Assist with the implementation and execution of assigned LOAs in accordance with the AECA, Security Assistance Management Manual, Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Manual 5105.38‑M and complete assigned projects with no or minimal assistance
• Provide support utilizing the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS), the Virtual Human Resource (VHR) and the Manpower Requirements Package, including the Manpower, Travel and Data Sheet (MTDS)
• Provide acquisition expertise and advice to Security Assistance Program Managers (SAPMs), line managers, and functional team members across all phases of the acquisition process and insight into areas relating to acquisition policy, streamlining, management, and lessons learned. Ensure requirements are identified to provide initial support for new acquisitions or modifications of weapon systems through sustainment and disposal

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continu education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves. We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowerment of our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation’s Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing