Senior Acquisition Program Manager

COLSA Corporation; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Acquisition Program Manager to join their Aerial Networks Division. This pivotal role involves overseeing the acquisition and management of integrated information systems that support global operations across multiple domains. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in program management within the Department of Defense, demonstrating a strong grasp of acquisition processes and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Join a dedicated team that values its professionals and offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in program management, with 5 years in DoD.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD 5000 processes and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Manage acquisition programs ensuring they meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Communicate effectively with senior management through briefings and reports.

Skills

Program Management

Acquisition Processes

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

Master’s or Doctorate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

COLSA is seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Manager to support the Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/HNA). HNA is responsible for acquiring, deploying, and sustaining integrated information systems, networks, enterprise services, and applications that enable Global Information Grid (GIG) capabilities. These systems support seamless communication across land, sea, air, and space domains. The division delivers voice, video, and data network capabilities tailored to joint and coalition warfighter needs, enabling global net-centric operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02, AFI 63-101/20-101, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force.
• Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs.
• Possess the knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and the pursuit of alternative courses of action.
• Be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.).
• Be able to plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment as well as formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives.
• Be able to support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e., Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Monthly Acquisition Report (MAR), etc.). Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews.
• Be able to support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management.
• Be available to travel CONUS/OCONUS extensively.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

Required Experience

One of the following combinations of education/experience:

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five years 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 being performed, five of which must be in the DoD.
• OR 18 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoD.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of DoD 5000 processes, policies, and lifecycle management as they pertain to Air Force acquisition programs.
• U.S. Citizenship required; Must have current/active SECRET security clearance.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.