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Torch Technologies, Inc. · 1 day ago

Senior Program Manager

Hanscom AFB, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $152K/yr

12+ years exp

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned company providing research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. They are seeking a Senior Program Manager to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, focusing on program execution, compliance with DoD directives, and lifecycle logistics.

AerospaceAutomotiveComputerElectronicsInformation TechnologyNational SecurityRoboticsSoftware

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoD and Air Force policies

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, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups

Assist 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

Qualification

DoD acquisition processesModel-Based Systems EngineeringRisk management plansTechnical data package developmentNetwork architecturesElectronic Warfare knowledgeArchitecture developmentBachelor's DegreeSecret security clearanceCollaboration skills

Required

U.S. Citizenship

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 have and maintain a Secret security clearance

Requirements development, production and deployment, and operations and support

Architecture development and implementation

Modeling and simulation, including Model-Based Systems Engineering principles

Verification and validation processes

Technical data package development and sustainment

Principles of configuration management

Network architectures, embedded systems, and application deployment across various systems and hardware, including cloud deployment and virtualization DoD acquisition processes such as Technology Maturation, Risk Reduction, Engineering Manufacturing Development, and Production and Deployment activities

Familiarity with Electronic Warfare and/or Air Combat operations, including live aircrew training, development of tactics, techniques, and procedures, and Range Infrastructure architectures and systems

Must have and maintain an active Secret security clearance