Senior Program Manager

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

FSA/HSA

EAP

Job summary

Torch Technologies is hiring a Senior Program Manager to support the TACOS program under AFLCMC/HB at Hanscom AFB, MA. The role oversees acquisition planning, schedules, and budgets, ensuring DoW policies are followed and program goals are met.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams, drive efficiency, and deliver critical capabilities while navigating regulatory requirements and contract activities. Onsite with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 12 years in the DoW OR 15 years directly related experience.
• Active Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level support to DoW programs by advising government leadership on acquisition planning and execution.
• Apply policies and regulations to ensure mission success and timely delivery of capabilities.
• Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management.
• Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking.
• Support risk management and development of acquisition documentation and reports.
• Guide contract execution and assist in RFP/SOW development.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

15 years of directly related experience

Job description

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Program Manager to support the Tactical Air Traffic Control Command and Control Operations System (TACOS) within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB) at Hanscom AFB, MA. This directorate manages modernization, development, testing, production, and sustainment for over 140 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and its allies, playing a critical role in advancing the Air Force's mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level support to Department of War (DoW) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
• Apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.
• Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management.
• Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking.
• Apply Agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with DoW acquisition policies (DoWI 5000.02 & 5000.75).
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of acquisition programs.
• Develop and present acquisition documentation, briefings, and reports.
• Support Program Managers in executing acquisition strategies and maintaining program battle rhythm.
• Guide contract execution, assessing program health to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Assist in RFP development, including SOWs, SRDs, and CDRLs.
• Review acquisition documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with government and contractors on acquisition execution.
• Provide strategic acquisition guidance and policy interpretation.
• Support risk management planning, including mitigation strategies.
• Develop statutory and regulatory acquisition reports.
• Utilize financial and acquisition systems (CCaR, IDECS, EDA) for funding management.
• Track contractor deliverables, schedules, and program integration.
• Monitor IT system interfaces and assist in contract communications.
• Stay updated on DoW acquisition reforms and Air Force policies.
• Ensure MPE systems align with operational testing and OFP requirements.
• Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and contract modifications.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• 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 DoW, OR,
• 15 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoW.
• Must have and maintain an Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• DoW Acquisition Program Management
• Acquisition Strategy Development (ASP)
• Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) development
• Statement of Work (SOW) development
• Program planning, execution, and scheduling
• Cost, schedule, and performance management
• Milestone documentation and acquisition lifecycle support
• Source selection support
• Leadership briefings and executive-level presentations
• Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, and Government stakeholders)
• Critical thinking and sound decision-making
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced acquisition environment
• Relationship-building with government, military, and contractor personnel
• Confident presenter with executive briefing experience
• Adaptable and proactive problem solver
• Self-motivated with a collaborative, team-first mindset

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel: 0-15%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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