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FMS Program Manager, Senior

DCS Corp Bedford, MA (Onsite) Full-Time

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior FMS Program Manager providing support to the  Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB).  The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (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 Command And Control portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Electronic Systems  Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.  Position specifically will support the International C2 and Sensors Division (HBN) supporting the family of C2 programs procured by the country of Jordan.

This is a full time position located at Billerica, MA (relocating to Hanscom AFB, MA)  - incumbent must be within ~60 miles of Hanscom AFB and in office requirements range from 3-5 days in office.

Essential Job Functions:

Duties include, but not limited to: 

  •         Manage FMS acquisition programs in accordance with DoD policy and regulations, including Security Assistance Manpower Requirements System (SAMRS) and Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS).

  •         Execute FMS system acquisition in collaboration with other relevant FMS Government agencies, including SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, Foreign Disclosure Office (FDO); Tri-Service Committee (TSC), etc.

  •         Manage all aspects of sound DoD acquisition planning (e.g., industry day, market research, source selection planning, ASP planning, SOO/SOW/PWS writing, RFP planning, RFP document preparation, contract negotiation prep, etc.).

  •         Comply with FMS-specific requirements, such as mandatory use of in-country subcontractors; interface with SAF/IA, AFSAC, DSCA, AFLCMC/WFNFM, Foreign Disclosure Office (FDO); Tri-Service Committee (TSC), etc.).

  •         Prepare and support various Program Office activities and meetings, to include US Government-internal meetings, case meetings, design reviews, Program Assessment Reviews (PARs), Interface Control Working Groups (ICWG), Technical Interchange Meetings, and case reviews.

  •         Independently and successfully perform as representative (with no decisional authority) of the program office to the customer country’s Ministry of Defense (MOD), Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC), Air Force, etc. and capability to answer complex questions in real-time to customer country representatives.

  •         Assess cost, schedule, and performance against program baselines, recommend viable solutions to execution issues, and pursue alternative courses of action.

  •         Plan, research, analyze and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives.

  •         Develop and present briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management.

  •         Draft, review and coordinate Govt RFP documentation including technical evaluations of proposal responses.

  •         Creation of customer (industry and international) program management briefings.

  •         Travel to OCONUS locations (Jordan) as well as CONUS locations (CENTCOM, and OEM manufacturers within the US).

  •         Position requires at least 3 and up to 5 days a week in the office.

  •         Ability to coordinate the activities of the entire team (EN, LG, PM, Industry, Intl Client) so that program products are consistent and coherent with mission needs.

  •         Must be able to be self-motivated and capable of independent work, especially during times the Govt PM is TDY or tending to other mission needs. 

  •         Must be able to read/understand and interpret a program schedule.

    • Required Skills:

    Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

    Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical professional discipline being performed, 6 of which must be in the DoD.

    Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level clearance.

    Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of FMS 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, and plans).

    Knowledge of Radar and/or Command And Control programs/enterprises a plus.

    Knowledge of DOD acquisition cycles and processes highly desired.

    Knowledge of Middle-eastern business practices/cultures and customs a plus .

    This position will be supporting the Kingdom of Jordan.

    Desired Skills:

    Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field.

    Pay Range and Benefits: There are a variety of factors that can influence salary at DCS Corp, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

    The proposed salary range for this position is:

    Salary Range: $91,559 - 120,000

    At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

    Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs.

    Learn more about our benefits here: 

    DCS Corp Benefits
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    Job Requirements:

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    Job Snapshot

    Employee Type

    Full-Time

    Location

    Bedford, MA (Onsite)

    Job Type

    Management

    Experience

    Not Specified

    Date Posted

    02/18/2025

    Job ID

    6938

    Security Clearance Level

    Secret

    Remote

    No

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