Program Manager - Kuwait AOC Modernization & Sustainment
Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the United States Air Force.
About the role
This full-time position serves as the Program Manager responsible for the cradle-to-grave acquisition management of Kuwait's Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program for a Ground Based Air Command and Control system. You will manage the procurement, installation, integration, test, delivery, and sustainment of the system to enhance Kuwait's air defense capabilities.
This GS-13 equivalent position is located at Hanscom AFB, MA, within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC/ESN) under the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC). The role is eligible for limited situational telework but is not remote or full-time telework; primary duties are performed in a secure facility. U.S. citizenship is required, and you must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance. This position may be subject to random drug testing.
Responsibilities
- Manage the complete lifecycle acquisition of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, including procurement, installation, integration, test, delivery, and sustainment.
- Lead an Integrated Product Team (IPT) and monitor prime contractor performance to ensure adherence to contract terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for foreign government representatives and coordinate with organizations across the DoD, including SAF/IA.
- Brief senior U.S. and foreign leadership on program status, risks, and opportunities, and maintain accurate program reporting in official systems.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance.
- Prior defense acquisition program management experience at the GS-12 equivalent level is required.
- Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience is desired.
Recruitment, retention, and relocation incentives may be available. VoP (Value of Position): 75