Senior Acquisition Program Manager

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Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

The Senior Acquisition Program Manager will provide comprehensive support across the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition lifecycle, including documentation development, milestone planning, program analysis, and execution. This role involves coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, supporting capability planning, and applying program management best practices. The candidate will also assist in integrated reviews, source selections, and strategic reporting to ensure cost, schedule, and performance alignment across AFLCMC programs.

• Demonstrate and apply DoD acquisition processes, and analytical methods or techniques to gather, analyze, and evaluate information required by the USG

• Support program execution across all life cycle acquisition phases, including cost, schedule, and performance tracking

• Assist in developing acquisition documentation, performing cost and workload analyses, and supporting pre- and post-award contracting activities

• Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Product/Process Improvement Working Groups (PIWGs)

• Translate user requirements documents such as the Capability Development Document (CDD), Capability Production Document (CPD), and Concept of Operations (CONOPS) into Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation for the directorate

• Prepare and manage program documentation including Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), AF Form 1067s, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) proposal evaluations

• Support key acquisition events and reviews as needed, such as: System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Technical Coordination Meetings (TCM), Functional Configuration Audits (FCA), Physical Configuration Audits (PCA), Production Readiness Reviews (PRR), and others as applicable

• Interface with external mission partners including Headquarter, Major Commands, test agencies, and USAF Centers

• Establish and maintain databases, track program metrics, and support risk management planning and reporting

• Conduct program analysis to support strategy decisions, policy evaluations, and milestone planning

• Coordinate and participate in integrated program reviews, working groups, and conferences across technical, budget, and readiness domains

• Track and manage action items, prepare briefings, and support milestone documentation and decision packages

• Assist in Earned Value Management (EVM) system reviews and schedule analysis using tools like Microsoft Project

• Provide advisory support for source selections and respond to internal and external program inquiries

• Support Director’s Action Group (DAG) and Program Execution Group (PEG) processes

What You Will Need:

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.

• Bachelor’s degree

• FIFTEEN (15) years of experience in acquisitions and/or program management; FIVE (5) years must be in the DoD; a Master’s degree may be used in lieu of TWO (2) years of experience

• Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and technical documentation

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Master’s degree in acquisition

• DAWIA Program Management or Acquisition certification (Practitioner or Advanced)

• Experience supporting AFLCMC or AFMC directorates, especially at WPAFB

• Experience with AF Form 1067 processing and requirements councils

• Participation in IPTs and advisory roles for source selections

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with government and contractor team.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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