Program Manager, Journeyman

About the role

Torch Technologies is seeking a Program Manager, Journeyman to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Directorate (AFLCMC/HB) at Tinker AFB, OK.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support across the lifecycle of advanced airborne command and control capabilities.
• Aid government leadership in managing program execution, acquisition strategies, contract activities, Agile software development efforts, DevSecOps initiatives, and mission planning capabilities.
• Support program execution activities to ensure compliance with DoW acquisition policies, including DoD=WI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.80, and DoDI 5000.81.
• Develop and implement acquisition strategies that support program cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives.
• Support contract execution activities including acquisition documentation reviews, milestone decision briefings, Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and Request for Proposal (RFP) development.
• Evaluate program health and provide recommendations regarding program execution, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain acquisition reports and program documentation including Monthly Acquisition Reports (MAR), Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES) inputs, Acquisition Program Baselines (APBs), and executive-level briefings.
• Support risk management activities including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and coordination of program risk boards and working groups.
• Assist with source selection activities including acquisition planning, evaluation criteria development, proposal reviews, and contract administration support.
• Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and coordinate efforts to align mission planning capabilities with operational and testing requirements.
• Provide lifecycle logistics, sustainment, and operational planning support to ensure mission readiness and system integration.
• Monitor acquisition policy updates, process improvements, and software acquisition initiatives to support effective program execution.
• Cook with government personnel, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve programmatic issues and support successful program outcomes.
• Support Agile software development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives where applicable.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, including at least 3 years supporting DoW; OR 8 Years of directly related experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoW
• Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles as defined in DoWI 5000.02 and DoWI 5000.75
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques used to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and performance
• Experience supporting acquisition program execution, reporting, and decision-making activities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret security clearance

Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud-based systems and cloud cost/performance management
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles
• Experience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities
• Experience using Microsoft Office and DoW acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR

Schedule

(M-F; 8-5)

Work Location

Onsite at Tinker AFB, OK

Travel

Yes, 0-15%

Relocation Assistance

No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract

No

Benefits

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