Strategic Portfolio & Program Integration Lead

Canvas II, LLC.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid federal holidays

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Canvas is seeking a Strategic Portfolio Development & Integration Specialist to advise the Air Force AEDC at Arnold AFB, TN. You will shape long-range investment plans, manage requirements pipelines, and provide cost and affordability analyses to leadership.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision support, coordination with DoD customers, and preparation of briefing materials. Strong analytical skills and DoD knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in program management or portfolio analysis within a technical, engineering, or RDT&E environment.
• Knowledge of project phases (initiation, planning, design, execution, closeout).
• Familiarity with project acquisition strategies and key program events (e.g., decision points, reviews, contract awards, CLIN structures).
• Strong ability to translate complex financial and programmatic data into clear recommendations for senior leaders.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of DoW systems, Air Force Instructions, and test operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a 5-7 year strategic plan and long-range vision for requirements.
• Manage a requirements pipeline and gatekeeper for new needs.
• Track ROM costs from initial estimates through final contract proposals.
• Draft essential documentation for annual program and future planning cycles.
• Facilitate affordability assessments and financial roadmaps.
• Maintain FYDP financial projections and provide budgetary support and reports.
• Synthesize data for leadership decision-making and prepare briefing materials.
• Coordinate with Air Force and other stakeholders daily to ensure program integration.
• Advise on risks, opportunities, and overall program progress.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data synthesis

Stakeholder coordination

DoW knowledge

Budget planning

Project management

MS Office

Tools

DoW systems

Job description

Canvas is seeking a Strategic Portfolio Development & Integration Specialist to advise the Air Force AEDC at Arnold AFB, TN. You will shape long-range investment plans, manage requirements pipelines, and provide cost and affordability analyses to leadership.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision support, coordination with DoD customers, and preparation of briefing materials. Strong analytical skills and DoD knowledge are required.