SME Program Manager

Serco; Washington; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco seeks a Program Manager SME to support the AFLCMC/WAG Special Programs Division at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. You will serve as Deputy Branch Materiel Leader, advise on strategic planning, and apply acquisition program management best practices.

Requirements include active TOP-SECRET clearance with SCI and SAP access, a Bachelor’s degree with extensive DoD experience, and a Master’s in MBA or related field with 20+ years DoD experience; travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Active TOP-SECRET security clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility and current background investigation within 5 years or under Continuous Vetting.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 25+ years DoD/government/DoD contractor experience.
• Master’s Degree in MBA, management, business, accounting, finance, logistics, or STEM with 20+ years DoD/government/DoD contractor experience.
• Minimum 3 years of SAP or SCI experience within the last 5 years.
• Ability to travel up to 10% (CONUS).

Responsibilities

• Provide SME-level Deputy to Branch Materiel Leader for AFLCMC/WAG Portfolio.
• Advise program leadership on strategic planning for capability development and demonstrations.
• Apply program management expertise to acquisition program challenges and help manage risks.
• Develop and maintain master schedules for WAG programs and PPBS events.
• Lead Branch risk management activities and document mitigation plans.
• Develop branch processes and standardize acquisition documentation.
• Interpret DoD acquisition strategies and tailor to program needs.
• Support executive-level reviews, inspections, and milestone events.

Skills

Program management

Strategic planning

Risk management

Leadership

Acquisition process

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (MBA or related)

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you want to work on a cutting-edge Air Force program, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As a Program Manager Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will be supporting the Special Programs Division (AFLCMC/WAG) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

This position is contingent upon the ability to maintain/transfer active Department of War (DoW) Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

AFLCMC/WAG develops, tests, and rapidly fields classified USAF aeronautical capabilities. Executing a significant budget, the AFLCMC/WAG conducts studies to identify new capabilities; transitions laboratory technologies to operational platforms; executes demonstrations; and develops, tests, rapidly fields, sustains, and demilitarizes capabilities for the warfighter.

In this role, you will:

• Provide a SME-level role as Deputy to the Branch Materiel Leader for AFLCMC/WAG Portfolio covering several programs and sole program manager for a prototype development project
• Advise program leadership on strategic planning regarding capability development and demonstration initiatives
• Apply program management expertise to program challenges and advise Branch program managers and teams on effective acquisition program management
• Assess and coordinate Branch program manager assignments, activities, & team composition
• Develop/maintain master schedule integrating Branch WAG programs and planned PPBS events–highlighting conflicts, potential resource constraints, and synergies
• Lead for the Branch risk management program—process, frequency, tracking/mitigating risks
• Develop branch specific processes and process improvement to include standardization of acquisition documentation
• Analyze and evaluate program information by applying knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and analytical methods
• Support the Special Programs Division director for executive level program reviews, inspections, conferences, and other program evaluations and major milestone events
• Interpret USAF, AFLCMC, and AFLCMC/WA acquisition transformation strategies and tailor implementation to program and portfolio needs
• Develop high quality acquisition program documentation
• Manage interactions and cultivate relationships between the program office, warfighter major commands, AFRL, other government offices, and prime contractors

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active TOP-SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and access to Special Access Programs (SAP) and have a background investigation current within the past 5 years or under Continuous Vetting
• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 25 years relevant experience in the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor
• Masters Degree in MBA, management, business, accounting, finance, logistics, or a STEM discipline with a minimum of 20 years relevant experience with the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor
• Minimum 3 years of SAP or SCI experience within the last 5 years
• Ability to travel up to 10% (CONUS)

Additional desired experience and skills:

• DoD Acquisition Program Office experience in a leadership position (Branch/Division Chief, Materiel Leader, or Development System Manager)
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II or III certification in Program Management
• Experience in all aspects of DoD acquisition program management—leadership, cost, schedule, performance, risk, program documents, technical requirements, and team management

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer .

Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail] .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits — Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans.