Senior Program Manager – USSF Guardian Enlisted Training

Aleut Federal; Vandenberg Air Force Base Launch Facility 02 (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

401k and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to lead the USSF Guardian Enlisted Training initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. The ideal candidate will oversee contract execution, ensuring that all requirements and milestones are met while fostering strong relationships between the government and team.

With emphasis on leadership and management, this role requires extensive experience in Space Operations and the ability to effectively communicate and plan. We offer competitive benefits, with a salary range from $85,000 to $275,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Program Manager.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Space Operations.
• Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all contract requirements, performance objectives, cost controls, and schedule milestones are met.
• Serve as the primary bridge between the government client and stakeholders.
• Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Problem Solving

Planning

Communication

Microsoft Office Applications

Team Leadership

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in local markets, so community service is embedded in our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

POSITION SUMMARY

Aleut is seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the 533d Training Squadron’s USSF Guardian Enlisted Training (GET) initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. Work is slated to start on 1 January 2027 (contingent on contract award). In 2023, the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) initiated an effort to refine the roles for Space Force officer, enlisted, and civilian Guardians to better prepare the USSF for dominating in the space-domain. In this new construct, the enlisted Guardians serve as the technical specialists that execute orders while serving as leaders, weapon system experts, and advisors to their officer and civilian counterpart across satellite operations, cyberspace operations, and intelligence operations in the space-domain. The development, education and training of the enlisted force starts with the foundation built during Initial Skills Training. To achieve this level of technical depth across knowledge, skills and abilities, the USSF is transforming its initial skills training to meet the CSO’s vision. This evolution is called the GET initiative.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Mission and contract execution leadership: Ensures all contract requirements, performance objectives, cost controls, and schedule milestones are met while proactively managing risks, resources, and stakeholder expectations to deliver successful outcomes for the government customer.
• Customer and team integration: Serves as the primary bridge between the government client, corporate leadership, subcontractors, and program staff, building trusted relationships, driving clear communication, and aligning all parties to achieve mission success and contract growth opportunities.
• Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout project lifecycles.
• Assist with new programs and the strategic growth of Aleut Federal.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• This is a non-instructor position.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Leadership, Management, Problem Solving, Planning.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of projects and control deadlines, budgets and activities.
• Ability to manage personnel and organizational structure to accomplish mission/tasks.
• Ability to communicate objectives, expectations, and standards and effectively model desired corporate culture.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and support cross-functional teams across DoD.
• Exceptional communicator (written and verbal) capable of facilitating, briefing, speaking, and writing compelling papers/products.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required.

DESIRED SKILLS

• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Instructional Systems Design (ISD) experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Program Manager.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Space Operations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work on-site, indoor office and classroom environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to perform repetitive keyboard tasks and associated motions for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds.

SALARY RANGE

• $85,000 -- $275,000 (annual) depending on qualifications.

*We will be accepting applications for this position until filled*

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match

At Aleut, our culture thrives on diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Integrating diverse perspectives opens new possibilities, fosters innovation, and fully harnesses our team's potential. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow and find purpose. Join us and be part of a culture that celebrates differences and belonging for everyone, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or past or present military service. We welcome everyone as they are!