Senior Program Manager

Astrion; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Senior Program Manager at Hanscom AFB, MA to lead DoD acquisition programs from concept through deployment. You will coordinate with IPTs, manage cost, schedule, and performance, and ensure compliance with FAR and DoD guidance.

Top Secret clearance is required to have at time of hire. The role demands strong leadership, effective communication with government and contractor teams, and the ability to oversee multiple efforts in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• US citizen is required.
• Active Top Secret clearance required to have at time of hire.
• Strong AF/DoD acquisition knowledge.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a professional engineering discipline.
• 8 years of related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support to Government Program Managers and IPTs across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Develop cost, schedule, and performance baselines and manage risk.
• Prepare and review acquisition documentation, including strategies, APBs, LCSPs, and SARs.
• Coordinate with Government and contractor personnel to ensure program success.
• Support funding and contract documentation and maintain program integration.

Skills

US citizen

Top Secret clearance

AF/DoD Acquisition Knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

Location

Hanscom AFB, MA

Salary Range

$145,000 - $155,000 annually*

• depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

Job Status

Full‑time; salaried

Clearance

Top Secret clearance required to have at time of hire

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER within our AFLCMC/C3I group (formerly HBG) located at Hanscom AFB in Bedford MA.

The C2ISR Division provides worldwide life cycle support across the spectrum of the C2ISR capabilities based enterprise; including supply, distribution, materiel management, acquisition, system engineering and maintenance, financial planning and budgeting, security, flight test, and contracting functions. The Global Network Systems (GNS) Branch (AFLCMC/ HBGW), located at Hanscom AFB, MA, is one of the numerous branches within the C2ISR Division and reports directly to the C2ISR/HBG Senior Materiel Leader. EPASS support is required to execute the major GNS programs in support of the C2ISR Division, to include: AF DCGS Network Infrastructure Transformation (NIT), Extended Tether Program (ETP), and Global Command and Control System - Air Force Infrastructure (GCCS-AF (I)).

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have and be able to maintain an active Top Secret clearance
• Strong AF/DoD Acquisition Knowledge

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a professional engineering discipline
• Years of Experience: 8 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD setting
• DCGS knowledge/familiarity desired
• Technical Skills
  • Acquisition Program Management
  • DoDI 5000 Series Acquisition Processes
  • Cost, Schedule, and Performance Management
  • Program Risk Management
  • Acquisition Documentation Development and Review
  • Acquisition Reporting (DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs)
  • Source Selection Support
  • RFP, SOW, and CDRL Development
  • Program Integration and Contractor Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
• Interpersonal Skills
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead multiple efforts simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
  • Strong mentoring and team development capabilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to develop and deliver executive‑level briefings
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Government and contractor personnel
  • Ability to perform in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment

Responsibilities

The Senior Program Manager will provide acquisition and program management support to Government Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) across the acquisition lifecycle. The position supports program execution activities involving cost, schedule, performance, risk management, acquisition documentation, milestone preparation, contractor coordination, and program reporting in support of Air Force acquisition programs.

Duties Include, But Not Limited To

• Support Government Program Managers in executing acquisition programs in accordance with FAR, DoDI 5000.02, and applicable Air Force guidance and regulations
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisition projects to support cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Provide acquisition program management support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to maintain acquisition battle rhythm and deliver operational capability
• Support development and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Strategies, APBs, LCSPs, Risk Management Plans, milestone briefings, and other program documentation
• Assist with preparation and review of acquisition reports including DAES, MARs, and SARs, and other statutory and regulatory documentation
• Support program risk management activities including risk identification, analysis, handling, monitoring, and execution of risk management boards and working groups
• Develop and support briefings, schedules, status reports, graphics, and acquisition documentation for senior leadership
• Support source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, RFP documentation, CDRLs, SOWs, and source selection support documentation
• Review acquisition and program documentation to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidance
• Support implementation and execution of acquisition and development processes in coordination with Government and contractor personnel
• Assist with program integration activities, contractor deliverable tracking, and schedule management
• Support preparation and submission of funding documentation including Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and related acquisition documentation
• Monitor and support interface control and coordination between program systems and stakeholders
• Provide guidance on acquisition policies, procedures, and program management best practices
• Support operational planning, capability development, event integration, analysis, and reporting activities
• Maintain awareness of DoD acquisition reform initiatives and recommend process improvements where applicable