Program Manager

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Job Title

Program Manager

Location

Florida - Eglin Air Force Base - Valparaiso, FL 32542 US (Primary)

Job Description

Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for aProgram Managerproviding support to theAir Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (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 Digital portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Digital Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.This is a full-time position located at Eglin AFB, FL.

Responsibilities

This position requires a highly motivated individual to include, but not limited to:

• Program Execution Support:
  
  
  
  • Assist the Program Manager (PM) and Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads in executing acquisition and development efforts.
  • Maintain acquisition schedules and battle rhythms to ensure timely delivery of capabilities.
  • Monitor overall program health and recommend actions to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
  
  
  
  
• Acquisition Documentation & Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Draft, review, and update acquisition documentation including Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs), Life Cycle Sustainment Plans (LCSPs), Acquisition Strategies, Program Baselines (APBs), and Risk Management Plans.
  • Prepare statutory and regulatory acquisition reports (e.g., DAES, MARs, SARs) in accordance with DoDI 5000.02 and related guidance.
  • Support development and review of RFP-related products, including Statements of Work (SOWs), System Requirements Documents (SRDs), and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
  
  
  
  
• Contract Management:
  
  
  
  • Provide acquisition support and solutions for successful contract execution.
  • Assist in source selection strategies, RFP preparation, evaluation criteria, and administrative documentation.
  • Draft contractual correspondence related to program management issues.
  
  
  
  
• Program Strategy & Risk Management:
  
  
  
  • Contribute to planning and execution of acquisition strategies, ensuring compliance with DoD and Air Force policies (e.g., DoDI 5000.80/81, AFI 63-101).
  • Develop and maintain program risk management plans. Facilitate risk identification, mitigation, and monitoring processes.
  
  
  
  
• Mission Planning & Technical Support:
  
  
  
  • Ensure Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems align with operational requirements and OFP schedules.
  • Support MPE-related documentation, reviews, testing events (FQT, DT, OT), and program integration.
  • Prepare and evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), RFPs, and proposals for MPE delivery orders (DOs).
  
  
  
  
• Compliance & Policy Guidance:
  
  
  
  • Provide guidance on compliance with DoD and AF acquisition directives, policies, and reforms.
  • Advise PMs and branch chiefs on best practices and policy interpretations.
  • Identify and report policy disconnects affecting acquisition efforts.
  
  
  
  
• Lifecycle Logistics & Sustainment:
  
  
  
  • Provide input into life cycle logistics planning and supportability analysis.
  • Monitor and ensure effective sustainment strategies aligned with warfighter needs.
  
  
  
  
• Scheduling & Financial Management:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with scheduling personnel to maintain program timelines.
  • Prepare and submit funding documentation (e.g., PRs, MIPRs), and utilize financial systems such as CCaR and IDECS.
  
  
  
  
• Systems Integration & Deliverables Management:
  
  
  
  • Review program integration plans and deliverables schedules.
  • Monitor interface controls between IT systems and ensure synchronization with contractor efforts.
  
  
  
  
• Software Development Oversight:
  
  
  
  • Support validation, verification, and evaluation (VV&E) of software for Mission Planning Systems.
  • Align software development with OFP timelines and MPE fielding requirements.
  
  
  
  

Job Requirements

Citizenship:Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education:Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 7years of directly related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, including an understanding of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in a related disciplineand 5years of directly related experience with 3 years of experience in a DoD setting.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Full Time

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule:Customers discretion

Work Location:Eglin AFB, FL

Travel:<10%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution,medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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