Senior FMS Program Manager

About the role

The qualified candidate will support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Electronic Systems (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Electronic Systems portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Electronic Systems is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Document and report on acquisition activities, 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 and maintain program risk management plans, facilitate risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups.
• Aid 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.
• Must already have FMS experience.
• Day one ability to learn current efforts and contribute to the team's success.

Qualifications

• Required skills and education as outlined above.

Skills

• Expertise in DoD directives and policies.
• Strong contract execution and oversight skills.
• Proficiency in risk management and program health analysis.
• Ability to develop and maintain acquisition reports and briefings.
• Experience with tools such as CCaR, IDECS, and EDA.
• Knowledge of mission planning and operational support.
• Understanding of lifecycle logistics and sustainment strategies.
• Ability to monitor and advise on DoD acquisition reforms.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Top salaries paid for qualified candidates. Agency submissions are not being accepted at this time.

Pay

$140K-$150K Annually

Schedule

Full Time

Work Location

Hanscom AFB

Agency Submissions

Not Accepted

Contact

For more information on Sumaria Systems, please visit our website at www.sumaria.com. Sumaria is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sumaria is a Full Lifecycle Engineering, Technical Services and Professional Solutions company in support of the Warfighter, supporting modernization, high end services and next generation capabilities in contested domains.