Program Manager

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Acquisition Program Manager to support the Fixed Wing Division (AFLCMC/WIU) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. In this role, you will assist government leadership throughout the acquisition lifecycle by developing risk management strategies, analyzing production changes, and supporting configuration and scheduling activities.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Apply knowledge and experience in acquisition program management philosophy policies and procedures to systems, subsystems, equipment procurement activities, post-award project/program management tasks, and acquisition programs throughout their life cycles.
• Manage and organize resources and personnel needed to efficiently and effectively meet the objectives of each task, as well as explore new approaches as applicable within the performance of these tasks.
• Assign personnel to provide services as described below in the execution of the SOF & PR Division acquisition management support requirements.
• Developing integrated risk management plans and strategies.
• Analyzing and preparing draft recommendations relating to weapon system contractor production changes for Government consideration.
• Reviewing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs). Shall participate in fact-finding and support the Configuration Control Board (CCB) process.
• Shall assist with performing analysis of problems and issues confirmed by the Government as requiring additional support.
• Shall provide support for strategic scheduling and planning documentation such as the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and shall develop and coordinate a reporting framework for event-based activities during the work efforts.
• Develop, analyze, and maintain a master integrated program schedule from concept exploration to fielding a system; employ networking software tools and capabilities to support lower-tier schedule networking, network statusing, generation of network graphics, assignment of realistic durations and relationships to network elements; evaluate Contractor proposed schedules against Government schedules; assess Government program office schedules against schedule databases; conduct probabilistic and deterministic risk assessments on both weapon system contractor and Government schedules by performing a Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA) using Monte Carlo simulation-based software; utilize various types of scheduling software, and integrate weapon system contractor and Government schedule data.
• Assist with the planning for program milestones and reviews.
• Perform analyses to support program strategy decisions and courses of action.
• Provide a program assessment for integration of documentation to ensure consistency with program strategy and consistency across all milestone documentation.
• Provide inputs, draft, coordinate (with the appropriate division and other Government agencies), adjudicate comments, and produce final versions of coordinated milestone documents and assessments.
• Develop and collect technical data and inputs for staff summary packages to support coordination and signature of all associated documents for milestone approval.
• Gather program information and conduct analyses as required by the program managers and leadership.
• Shall assist in the effort to improve internal management processes by recommending alternatives to management. Shall participate in process improvement activities as members of, or advisors to, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Product/Process Improvement Working Groups (PIWGs).
• Assist in translating user requirements documents such as the Capability Development Document (CDD), Capability Production Document (CPD), and Concept of Operations (CONOPS) into weapon system contract Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation. Shall assist with developing and documenting recommended program management inputs for PWSs, Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRLs), and other acquisition documentation for assigned programs.
• Provide advisory assistance and draft documentation support for efforts to include but not be limited to briefings, letters, and planning/coordination support for meetings.
• Writing, coordinating, staffing, and maintaining program documentation, including but not limited to documentation regarding requirements, cost, schedule, performance, risk, impacts, and status of the program.
• Attend and support reviews, audits, and working group meetings including but not limited to Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Test Planning Working Groups (TPWGs), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs). Support duties may include computer set-up, slide forwarding, documenting minutes/actions/decisions, and other duties as necessary.
• Provide assistance to the Government for assembling Contractor Performance Assessment Rating (CPAR) inputs for weapon system contracts.
• Apply knowledge, experience, and best business practices to provide DoD, USAF, and USSOCOM acquisition PM support, demonstrating a familiarity with USSOCOM Directive 70-1 and current acquisition processes, policies, and procedures as they pertain to programs up to and including ACAT 1D.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Secret

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience, 3 of which must be in the DoD.
• OR, 7 years of directly related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Project Proficiency - Ability to develop, analyze, and maintain Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Scheduling & Risk Analysis Tools - Experience with Monte Carlo simulation-based software for Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) and other advanced scheduling tools.
• Acquisition & Data Management Systems - Familiarity with CCaRS, SMART, and Air Force/SOF portals for research, analysis, and reporting.
• Configuration & Change Management - Skilled in reviewing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), and supporting Configuration Control Board (CCB) processes.

Interpersonal Skills

• Analytical Thinking - Ability to evaluate complex acquisition data, identify risks, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Attention to Detail - Ensures accuracy in program documentation, schedules, and compliance with policies and standards.
• Collaboration & Communication - Skilled at working with cross-functional teams, facilitating meetings, and clearly conveying technical and non-technical information.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving - Capable of adjusting to evolving program requirements and resolving issues with innovative solutions.

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB

Travel: 10%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities