Program Manager

at  Guidehouse

Job Family:
Operational Effectiveness Consulting
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Secret
What You Will Do:
Join a high-performing project management team supporting U.S. Air Force acquisition and sustainment programs. This position is for a Program Manager – Senior Consultant for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. Duties include applying knowledge and experience in acquisition policies and procedures to acquire and sustain Air Force weapon systems and subsystems throughout their life cycles.

Program Management responsibilities include the following:

• Develop and document acquisition strategies for defense programs
• Evaluate courses of action for procurement options
• Provide subject matter expertise on DoD Instruction 5000 processes
• Develop, maintain, and analyze program schedules
• Draft briefings and position papers covering program issues
• Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestones

The candidate may also be required to perform a wide range of acquisition program office activities, such as: gathering acquisition program information; conducting planning and analyses for all acquisition phases; assisting in acquisition strategy planning; tracking, and scheduling; implementing contractor performance status systems; assisting in establishing and maintaining databases; assisting in developing and analyzing key program metrics; assisting in developing and integrating risk management plans and strategies; supporting program briefings; and effectively communicating recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management.

What You Will Need:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Federal of DoD security clearance
• Bachelors Degree
• FIVE (5) years work experience in a field relevant to program/project management functional area
• THREE (3) years experience must have been performed on DoD programs/projects.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Good Organization Skills and Ability to Work with Minimal Direction in a Changing Environment
• High Energy, Results Oriented, Self-Motivated /Self-Reliant, Team Player
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills with Ability to Interface with an Organization at all Levels
• Ability to Work in a Dynamic, Fast Paced Environment
• Ability to Multitask and Prioritize
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Initiative, Self-starter, Adaptable, and High Motivation for Excellence
• Excellent Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills
• Self-directed and Proactive
• Master’s degree in related area
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II or above
• Clear understanding of the DoD acquisition and sustainment organizations

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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• Develop and document acquisition strategies for defense programs
• Evaluate courses of action for procurement options
• Provide subject matter expertise on DoD Instruction 5000 processes
• Develop, maintain, and analyze program schedules
• Draft briefings and position papers covering program issues
• Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestone