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Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager, supporting AFLCMC/WIU Fixed Wing Branch. The Senior Program Manager supports the AFLCMC/WIUM Fixed Wing Branch by leading endtoend program execution for SOF/PR C130 modernization and sustainment efforts.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Apply DoD and Air Force acquisition program management principles, policies, and procedures to support systems, subsystems, equipment procurement, and lifecycle program activities.
• Manage and coordinate resources and personnel to effectively meet program objectives while identifying and recommending improved approaches for task execution.
• Support development of integrated risk management plans, strategies, and mitigation recommendations.
• Review and analyze contractor production changes and prepare draft recommendations for Government consideration, including writing, editing, and maintaining program documentation.
• Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs); support factfinding activities and participate in the Configuration Control Board (CCB) process.
• Perform analytical assessments on program issues, identifying impacts, risks, and recommended mitigation or avoidance strategies.
• Provide support for creation, maintenance, and analysis of Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), including development of master program schedules and conducting Schedule Risk Assessments (SRA) using Monte Carlo tools.
• Analyze contractor and Government schedules for accuracy, feasibility, and alignment with program objectives; integrate and reconcile schedule data across multiple stakeholders.
• Support development, coordination, adjudication, and finalization of milestone documentation, program assessments, and staff summary packages.
• Participate in process improvement efforts, serving as a member or advisor to IPTs and Process Improvement Working Groups (PIWGs).
• Translate user requirements (CDD, CPD, CONOPS) into acquisition documentation and assist in developing inputs for PWSs, CDRLs, and other contractual documents.
• Utilize MS Project, CCaRS, SMART, and Air Force/SOF portals to conduct research and develop technical and nontechnical products, including spreadsheets, briefings, graphics, and reports.
• Support planning, facilitation, and execution of program meetings, offsites, and specialized events, including preparation of agendas, briefing materials, actionitem tracking, and meeting documentation.
• Assist with writing, coordinating, staffing, and maintaining program documentation regarding requirements, cost, schedule, performance, risk, and program status.
• Attend and support program reviews, audits, and working group meetings (PMRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMs, TPWGs, TRRs), providing technical support such as meeting setup, slide advancement, and minute-taking.
• Coordinate meeting arrangements, track actions and suspense items, and collaborate with functional managers, outside agencies, contractors, and program office personnel.
• Collect and prepare materials for staff meetings and program-level discussions as required by senior leadership.
• Assist in assembling Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPAR) inputs for weapon system contracts.
• Apply knowledge of DoD, USAF, and USSOCOM acquisition processes, including familiarity with USSOCOM Directive 701 and acquisition requirements for programs up to ACAT ID.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Secret

Education: 

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five 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, five of which must be in the DoD.
• OR, 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight of which must be in the DoD.

Technical Skills

• Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Development & MS Project Proficiency
• Risk Management & Program Analysis (including SRA/Monte Carlo tools)
• DoD/USAF Acquisition Documentation Development (ECPs, CCPs, PWS, CDRLs, Milestone Docs)
• SharePoint Administration & Data Management Systems (CCaRS, SMART, AF/SOF Portals)

Interpersonal Skills

• Clear and Professional Communication
• Collaboration and Team-Oriented Mindset
• Relationship Building with Stakeholders
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving in Dynamic Environments

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH

Travel: 15%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite

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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