Senior FMS Program Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Odyssey Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.
Position Summary
Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior FMS Program Manager providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position supports the Advanced E7 Development and the FMS Division, supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force, as part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control (FMS) Division; AFLMC(WIW). The WIW Division located at Tinker AFB (OK), and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle WA, San Antonio TX and several OCONUS positions.
This is a full time Hybrid position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Provide acquisition and program management support to Program Managers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and senior leadership supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
- Support program execution to ensure cost, schedule, performance, and technical objectives are achieved in accordance with DoD and Air Force acquisition policies.
- Assist in the development, review, and coordination of acquisition documentation, milestone decision briefings, program plans, and contract documentation.
- Support contract execution activities, including acquisition planning, requirements development, risk assessments, and program reviews.
- Develop and maintain acquisition reports, program metrics, briefings, and executive-level communications.
- Analyze program health and provide recommendations regarding acquisition strategies, schedule performance, resource requirements, and risk mitigation approaches.
- Facilitate program risk management activities, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and risk board coordination.
- Support source selections, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and contractor proposal evaluations.
- Coordinate with government, contractor, and international stakeholders to support program objectives and mission requirements.
- Support Mission Planning Environment (MPE) activities and ensure alignment between mission planning capabilities and program schedules.
- Assist with lifecycle sustainment planning, logistics integration, and operational support activities.
- Monitor acquisition policy changes and recommend process improvements to enhance program execution and compliance.
- Utilize acquisition and reporting systems to support program tracking, documentation management, and decision-making activities.
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree, and minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs, OR
- 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs
Technical Skills
- Senior-level Program Management expertise supporting the E-3 Saudi AWACS Weapon System modernization effort within a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) environment.
- Extensive experience monitoring, analyzing, and reporting cost, schedule, and performance metrics to ensure program objectives and customer requirements are met.
- Skilled in program planning, execution oversight, milestone management, and progress tracking across complex defense acquisition programs.
- Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while supporting effective decision-making and mission success.
- Experienced in coordinating modernization activities across government, contractor, and international stakeholder organizations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) for executive reporting, data analysis, program documentation, and customer briefings.
- Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes, FMS program execution, performance reporting, and lifecycle management.
Interpersonal Skills
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage senior leaders, international partners, program offices, and contractor personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and multinational teams.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence stakeholders, drive consensus, and achieve program objectives without direct authority.
- Self-starter who proactively addresses challenges, identifies opportunities for process improvement, and drives successful outcomes.
- Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, enabling effective resolution of complex programmatic and stakeholder issues.
- Adaptable professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and customer requirements.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional, with strong situational awareness and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments while maintaining mission focus.
Additional Information
Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
Travel: Approximately 20% (OK, Saudi Arabia)
Hybrid
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