Principal Program Manager

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/ES).  The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (AFPEO/ES) 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 ES portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ES is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.

In this position you will need to possess the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field and possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel within the technical/professional discipline. You will provide Program Management support to assist Government Program Managers in meeting guidance in FAR, DoWI 5000.02 and other applicable documents and regulations, systems and guides.  You will assist in the development, maintenance, and revisions to acquisition reports for Government Program Office requirements and special interest programs designated by the Milestone Decision Authority (MDA) and in compliance with DoWI 5000.02, AFI 63-101_20-101, Integrated Life Cycle Management, and associated AFPAM 63-128, Integrated Life Cycle Management. 

As a Principal Program Manager, your duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoWI 5000.02, AFI 63-101/20-101
• Knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoW and the Air Force
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs
• Knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and the pursuit of alternative courses of action
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.)
• Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment as well as formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives
• Support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e., DAES, MAR, etc.)
• Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews
• Support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management
• Correlate EVM Cost Performance Report analysis with the monthly IMS CDRLs for programs
• Provide expert Program Management inputs to Request for Proposal (RFPs) including systems specs, Electronic Warfare Systems (SRDs), Statement of Work (SOWs), and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs), and other RFP products
• Provide services critical to Life Cycle Logistics and operational supportability
• Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate acquisition project assignments and make recommendations to Government Program Manager regarding problems with unique or controversial items that may have a major effect on the overall performance and execution of acquisition & sustainment projects
• Compare program direction and program plans for consistency
• Outline policy disconnects, policy interpretation, and management of all acquisition effort

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoW OR 30+ years of directly related experience, 12 of which must be in the DoW.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level clearance.
• Technical Skills
  • Experience on DoD or Air Force acquisition programs
  • Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force
  • Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
• Interpersonal Skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic team environment meeting end users’ requirement
  • Must be detail-oriented and have excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 15 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 8 years of which must be in the DoD 
• Considered a Subject Matter Expert in Air Force acquisition programs

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: onsite on Hanscom AFB

Travel: Yes, 20%

Relocation Assistance Available: No 

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range $135,000 - $150,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only.  Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

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Benefits: 

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: 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, and holidays.  

Applying to Torch Technologies: 

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. 

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