Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Program Manager to support the Tactical Air Traffic Control Command and Control Operations System (TACOS) within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/HB) at Hanscom AFB, MA. This directorate manages modernization, development, testing, production, and sustainment for over 140 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and its allies, playing a critical role in advancing the Air Force's mission.
As a Senior Program Manager your duties include, but are not limited to:
Provide expert-level support to Department of War (DoW) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.
Drive cost and schedule efficiencies in acquisition and program management.
Manage cloud-based systems for cost projections and performance tracking.
Apply Agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps methodologies.
Ensure compliance with DoW acquisition policies (DoWI 5000.02 & 5000.75).
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of acquisition programs.
Develop and present acquisition documentation, briefings, and reports.
Support Program Managers in executing acquisition strategies and maintaining program battle rhythm.
Guide contract execution, assessing program health to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
Assist in RFP development, including SOWs, SRDs, and CDRLs.
Review acquisition documents for accuracy and consistency.
Collaborate with government and contractors on acquisition execution.
Provide strategic acquisition guidance and policy interpretation.
Support risk management planning, including mitigation strategies.
Develop statutory and regulatory acquisition reports.
Utilize financial and acquisition systems (CCaR, IDECS, EDA) for funding management.
Track contractor deliverables, schedules, and program integration.
Monitor IT system interfaces and assist in contract communications.
Stay updated on DoW acquisition reforms and Air Force policies.
Ensure MPE systems align with operational testing and OFP requirements.
Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and contract modifications.
U.S. Citizenship
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 DoW, OR,
15 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoW.
Must have and maintain an Active Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
DoW Acquisition Program Management
Acquisition Strategy Development (ASP)
Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) development
Statement of Work (SOW) development
Program planning, execution, and scheduling
Cost, schedule, and performance management
Milestone documentation and acquisition lifecycle support
Source selection support
Leadership briefings and executive-level presentations
Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, and Government stakeholders)
Critical thinking and sound decision-making
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced acquisition environment
Relationship-building with government, military, and contractor personnel
Confident presenter with executive briefing experience
Adaptable and proactive problem solver
Self-motivated with a collaborative, team-first mindset
Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: onsite at Hanscom AFB, MA
Travel: 0-15%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000
The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.
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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, 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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.
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