Senior FMS Program Manager

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group seeks a Senior Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Manager to support AFLCMC/HB and the International C2 and Sensors Division. The role focuses on FMS program execution, collaboration with DoD entities, and multilateral coordination with partner nations.

The position requires a US citizenship, an active Secret clearance, and 10 years of relevant DoD experience with a Bachelor's degree. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations, including Qatar, is expected.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required and ability to obtain/maintain an Active Secret clearance.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 6 in DoD.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs per DoD policy and regulations.
• Coordinate with SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, and other agencies for acquisition activities.
• Develop acquisition planning, RFPs, SOO/SOW/PWS, and contract negotiations.
• Prepare program status briefs and briefings for leadership and international partners.
• Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations, including Qatar, as needed.

Skills

FMS program management

DoD acquisition lifecycle

International partner coordination

Program briefings & reports

Cost/schedule/performance analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field

Tools

SAMRS

DSAMS

Job description

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB).

The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Command and Control portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies.

AFLCMC/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA, with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

This position specifically supports the International C2 and Sensors Division (HBN) and the family of Command and Control (C2) systems procured through Foreign Military Sales (FMS) by the country of Qatar.

This is a full time position located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Senior FMS Program Manager Job Locations

US-MA-Hanscom AFB

ID 2026-8066

Category Program Management

Type Full Time

Biweekly Hours 80

Location : Name

Hanscom AFB

Min USD $165,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $180,000.00/Yr.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Manage Foreign Military Sales (FMS) acquisition programs in accordance with DoD policy and regulations, including the Security Assistance Manpower Requirements System (SAMRS) and Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS).
• Execute FMS system acquisition in collaboration with relevant Government organizations including SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, Foreign Disclosure Office (FDO), and the Tri-Service Committee (TSC).
• Manage all aspects of acquisition planning including industry days, market research, source selection planning, acquisition strategy planning, SOO/SOW/PWS development, RFP planning, and contract negotiation preparation.
• Ensure compliance with FMS-specific requirements including coordination with international partners and applicable organizations such as SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, FDO, and the TSC.
• Prepare and support Program Office meetings and activities including internal government meetings, case meetings, design reviews, Program Assessment Reviews (PARs), Interface Control Working Groups (ICWG), Technical Interchange Meetings, and case reviews.
• Serve as a representative of the program office to international customers, including the partner nation Ministry of Defense (MOD), Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC), and Air Force stakeholders, and respond to programmatic questions related to acquisition, cost, schedule, and performance.
• Assess cost, schedule, and performance against program baselines, recommend solutions to execution issues, and pursue alternative courses of action.
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition activities related to the development, production, and deployment of weapon systems and associated equipment.
• Develop and present program status briefings and acquisition updates to senior leadership.
• Draft, review, and coordinate government RFP documentation, including participation in technical evaluation of proposal responses.
• Develop program management briefings for government, industry, and international stakeholders.
• Travel to OCONUS locations including Qatar, as well as CONUS locations such as CENTCOM and OEM manufacturers within the United States.
• Coordinate activities across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, logistics, program management, industry partners, and international customers to ensure program execution aligns with mission requirements.
• Operate independently and support program execution during periods when the Government Program Manager is unavailable or supporting other mission priorities.
• Review and interpret program schedules and acquisition planning documentation to support program execution activities.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Years of Experience: 10 years of Relevant Experience in the respective professional discipline being performed, 6 of which must be in the DoD

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program management processes and systems, including SAMRS and DSAMS
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes is a plus
• Knowledge of Air Operations Center systems, operations, policies and procedures
• Ability to assess program performance against cost, schedule, and performance baselines
• Experience developing acquisition documentation, briefings, and program reports
• Knowledge of Radar and/or Command and Control systems is a plus
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern business practices, culture, and customs is a plus

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate with senior leadership and international partners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing acquisition documentation and briefings
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Ability to coordinate across multi-disciplinary program teams

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, MA Travel: Travel required to CONUS and OCONUS locations including Qatar Onsite

Company Overview

Odyssey Systems is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

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Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

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