Senior Mission Execution Lead, War Data Platform

DoW Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

DoW Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) seeks a senior program leader to translate strategic intent into operational delivery for the War Data Platform. The role oversees acquisition strategies, multi-year budgeting, contract optimization, and cross-functional program delivery across critical joint warfighter capabilities.

You will direct enterprise-wide financial execution, manage a multidisciplinary team, and ensure audit readiness while aligning resources with mission

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Extensive program management and federal acquisition experience.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Drive acquisition strategy, budget formulation, and financial execution aligned with mission needs.
• Prepare and present acquisition strategies and decision memos for senior leadership.
• Coordinate with CORs, TPOCs, and contracting staff to deliver on program milestones.
• Track OKRs, KPIs, schedules, and budgets across the enterprise portfolio.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure audit readiness.
• Lead workforce staffing and develop standard operating procedures.

Job description

DoW Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) seeks a senior program leader to translate strategic intent into operational delivery for the War Data Platform. The role oversees acquisition strategies, multi-year budgeting, contract optimization, and cross-functional program delivery across critical joint warfighter capabilities.

You will direct enterprise-wide financial execution, manage a multidisciplinary team, and ensure audit readiness while aligning resources with mission