Principal Program Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026.
Position Summary
Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Program Manager/PEG providing support to the Command, Control, Communications (C3C)/Kessel Run division.
Kessel Run is an Air Force unit that delivers resilient command and control and targeting software capabilities that provide warfighters with decision advantage. Under the Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communication, and Battle Management (DAF PEO C3BM), Kessel Run technologies make up the DAF BATTLE NETWORK, the systems-of-systems designed to help the Joint Force make operational decisions faster than our adversaries. The Division architects and acquires the means to connect weapon systems with warfighters and decision makers to enable the warfighter to win against the pacing challenge in an era of great power competition.
This is a full time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.
Responsibilities
The PEG Program manager supports the government with planning, researching, analyzing and assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of weapons systems and associated equipment acquisitions (development, production and deployment), and formulate plans and recommend strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Have the DoD acquisition experience necessary to provide a wide range of acquisition support services.
- Assist with the management of data collection, inputs, processing and tracking for the Integrated Product Team (IPT), Branch, and Division managers.
- Assist with the consolidation of information into draft reports and briefings as required.
- Assist with preparing spreadsheets, briefings, figures, graphics, tables, forms and papers, providing finished products (technical and non-technical)
- Assist with the planning and drafting of the Monthly Acquisition Report (MAR).
- Assist with consolidating information for, generating charts, and facilitating staff meetings for senior program management. Charts include data from various tracking systems (Top issues, suspense’s, etc.).
- Provide administrative and operational support to government leadership and acquisition program teams.
- Maintain leadership awareness of mission-critical issues, priorities, and organizational initiatives.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, briefing materials, and official documents for leadership review and signature.
- Provide expert acquisition and program management guidance to PEG Chief. Branch Leadership and KR Program Managers
- Advise PMs on best-practice program management principles to improve processes, increase efficiency, and achieve cost avoidance
- Support life-cycle logistics considerations and operational supportability planning
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Clearance and have the ability to upgrade to TS
Education & Years of Experience: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoD
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75 acquisition processes
- Experience supporting acquisition lifecycle management activities
- Familiarity with cloud-based systems and cloud cost/performance management
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles
- Experience supporting acquisition reporting, risk management, and milestone review activities
- Experience using Microsoft Office and DoD acquisition systems including IDECS, EDA, and CCaR
Interpersonal Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work effectively with Government personnel, contractors, and Integrated Product Teams
Additional Information
Location: Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA
Travel: Travel may be required at the customer's discretion
Onsite
Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Please Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey Benefits