Senior Program Manager with Security Clearance

KIHOMAC; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability coverage

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

KIHOMAC seeks an experienced acquisition professional to guide DoD programs from planning through deployment. You will support program managers and IPT leads, review critical documents, and help shape source selections and risk strategies.

Expect to ensure alignment with DoD directives and maintain program health. The role involves developing acquisition reports, coordinating risk boards, and coordinating with stakeholders to deliver on schedules and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 12+ years of general experience
• 5+ years working in the DoD sector
• Proficiency in requirements development, production and deployment, operations and support
• Proficiency in architecture development and implementation
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience with verification and validation processes
• Knowledge of technical data package development and sustainment
• Must be a US citizen with active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Provide program-level acquisition support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Review acquisition documents, milestone briefs, and risk management plans; prepare inputs for RFPs (system specs, SOWs, CDRLs)
• Evaluate program health and advise on options to maintain objectives and align with DoD/Air Force policies
• Develop and maintain acquisition reports (e.g., MAR, DAES, APB); prepare briefings; ensure consistency across deliverables
• Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans; coordinate risk boards and working groups
• Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP docs; provide recommendations on incentives
• Oversee MPE systems to meet operational/testing requirements and align with flight program schedules
• Provide lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategy support
• Monitor DoD acquisition reforms and advise on process improvements and cost avoidance
• Collaborate with division chiefs, program managers, and contractors to streamline integration

Skills

Acquisition management

DoD policy compliance

Requirements development

Architecture development

Modeling & simulation

MBSE

Verification & validation

Configuration management

Network architectures

Embedded systems

Cloud deployment

Virtualization

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

CCaR

IDECS

EDA

Job description

Description Expertise and Functions

• Provide program-level acquisition support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads, guiding program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Ensure adherence to DoD directives and policies, including DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.80, and DoDI 5000.81.
• Support contract execution through expert analysis and solutions, including reviewing acquisition documents, milestone decision briefings, and risk management plans. Prepare inputs for RFPs such as system specifications, SOWs, and CDRLs.
• Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoD and Air Force policies.
• Develop and maintain acquisition reports (e.g., MAR, DAES, APB), prepare briefings, and ensure consistency across program deliverables. Utilize tools such as CCaR, IDECS, and EDA.
• Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups.
• Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP documentation. Provide recommendations for incentive clauses and evaluate contractor proposals.
• Oversee Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems to ensure they meet operational and testing requirements. Coordinate with stakeholders to align MPE capabilities with operational flight program schedules.
• Provide critical support for lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategies, ensuring mission readiness and effective system integration.
• Monitor DoD acquisition reforms and advise leadership on process improvements, cost avoidance strategies, and policy interpretations. Ensure compliance with updated regulations and directives.
• Collaborate with division branch chiefs, program managers, and contractors to provide expert guidance, streamline integration, and address programmatic issues affecting overall performance.

Other duties as assigned

Requirements Education/Training

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required
• Master's Degree preferred Experience: * 12+ years of general experience * 5+ years working in the DoD sector
• Network architectures, embedded systems, and application deployment across various systems and hardware, including cloud deployment and virtualization
• DoD acquisition processes such as Technology Maturation, Risk Reduction, Engineering Manufacturing Development, and Production and Deployment activities
• Proficiency in:
• Requirements development, production and deployment, operations and support
• Architecture development and implementation
• Modeling and simulation, including Model-Based Systems Engineering principles
• Verification and validation processes
• Technical data package development and sustainment
• Principles of configuration managementSecurity: * Must be a US citizen
• Must have an active Secret clearance Physical Requirements: * Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
• Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Salary: $110,000 - 155,000 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.