Acquisition Program Manager (Evergreen)

Position Summary

Evergreen (Pipeline) Requisition

This requisition is used to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening, candidates will be considered as positions become available based on their qualifications and program needs.

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for experienced Acquisition Program Managers at various levels to join our talent community for anticipated opportunities supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Directorate (AFLCMC/WI) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH .

Our Program Managers leverage their expertise in acquisition program management to oversee systems, subsystems, and equipment procurement activities across all phases of the program life cycle. They support post‑award project and program management efforts, develop plans, and recommend strategies that ensure cost, schedule, and performance goals are achieved.

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Provide acquisition program management support across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)

Advise Government Program Managers on program execution, acquisition strategy, and risk management

Develop, review, and coordinate acquisition documentation such as:

Acquisition Strategy (AS)

Systems Engineering Plan (SEP)

Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)

Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP)

Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOO), and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

Monitor and evaluate program cost, schedule, and performance using metrics and Earned Value Management (EVM)

Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; maintain and manage risk registers

Lead or support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), milestone reviews, and technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)

Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation and contract modifications

Coordinate across engineering, logistics, test, and financial stakeholders to ensure integrated program execution

Prepare and deliver briefings, status reports, and decision support materials to senior leadership

Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international armaments cooperation efforts, as applicable

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Current Secret clearance

Education and experience:

Journeyman: Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience

Senior: Bachelor’s degree and 25 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree and 15 years of relevant experience

Program management experience within a DoD acquisition or other regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

Current Top Secret clearance

PMP (Project Management Professional)

DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management or equivalent

Experience supporting AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, or equivalent Air Force acquisition organizations

Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)

Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs

Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series

Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation (AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, etc.)

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and reporting

Experience with risk management and mitigation planning

Familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)

Understanding of requirements development and JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD)

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Ability to operate independently as a senior adviser to government leadership

Strong leadership and team coordination across cross-functional environments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Strategic thinking and complex problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton OH

Travel: 10–20% depending on program needs

Work Environment: Onsite

This is an evergreen position designed to pro-actively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.

Company Overview

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities