Senior FMS Program Manager

Astrion; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior FMS Program Manager to support the AFLCMC/HB portfolio, focusing on ISR SOF programs. The role requires a Secret clearance and US citizenship, with location at Hanscom AFB, MA. You will oversee complex DoD/FMS programs, coordinating across government and international partners.

Responsibilities include acquisition planning, milestone reviews, risk management, and executive reporting. A bachelor's degree with extensive DoD experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen with an active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years in DoD/FMS programs, or 15 years with 8+ DoD program years.
• Experience in DoD acquisition, FMS program execution, and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support to senior leaders on FMS programs.
• Ensure cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives are met per DoD policies.
• Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation and plans.
• Support contract execution activities, risk assessments, and program reviews.
• Produce acquisition reports, program metrics, and executive briefings.
• Coordinate with government, contractor, and international stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Cost/Schedule/Performance monitoring

Milestone management

Risk mitigation

MS Office suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

12+ years of DoD/FMS experience

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

SENIOR FMS PROGRAM MANAGER

LOCATION:Hanscom AFB, MA

SALARY RANGE: $150,000 -$165,000 annually

JOB STATUS:Full-time;salaried

CLEARANCE: Secret clearance required to have at time of hire

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior FMS Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB).

The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position supports the Advanced E7 Development and the FMS Division, supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force, as part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control (FMS) Division; AFLMC(WIW). The WIW Division located at Tinker AFB (OK), and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle WA, San Antonio TX and several OCONUS positions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Must be a US citizen


• Must have an active Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree, and minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs, OR


• 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs

Technical Skills

• Senior-level Program Management expertise supporting the E-3 Saudi AWACS Weapon System modernization effort within a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) environment.


• Extensive experience monitoring, analyzing, and reporting cost, schedule, and performance metrics to ensure program objectives and customer requirements are met.


• Skilled in program planning, execution oversight, milestone management, and progress tracking across complex defense acquisition programs.


• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while supporting effective decision-making and mission success.


• Experienced in coordinating modernization activities across government, contractor, and international stakeholder organizations.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) for executive reporting, data analysis, program documentation, and customer briefings.


• Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes, FMS program execution, performance reporting, and lifecycle management.

Interpersonal Skills

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage senior leaders, international partners, program offices, and contractor personnel.


• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and multinational teams.


• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence stakeholders, drive consensus, and achieve program objectives without direct authority.


• Self-starter who proactively addresses challenges, identifies opportunities for process improvement, and drives successful outcomes.


• Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, enabling effective resolution of complex programmatic and stakeholder issues.


• Adaptable professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and customer requirements.


• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional, with strong situational awareness and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments while maintaining mission focus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and senior leadership supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.


• Support program execution to ensure cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives are achieved in accordance with DoD and Air Force acquisition policies.


• Assist in the development, review, and coordination of acquisition documentation, milestone decision briefings, program plans, and contract documentation.


• Support contract execution activities, including acquisition planning, requirements development, risk assessments, and program reviews.


• Develop and maintain acquisition reports, program metrics, briefings, and executive-level communications.


• Analyze program health and provide recommendations regarding acquisition strategies, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation approaches.


• Facilitate program risk management activities, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and risk board coordination.


• Support source selections, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and contractor proposal evaluations.


• Coordinate with government, contractor, and international stakeholders to support program objectives and mission requirements.


• Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and ensure alignment between mission planning capabilities and program schedules.


• Assist with lifecycle sustainment planning, logistics integration, and operational support activities.


• Monitor acquisition policy changes and recommend process improvements to enhance program execution and compliance.


• Utilize acquisition and reporting systems to support program tracking, documentation management, and decision-making activities.

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