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Program Manager SME

@ Qualis
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Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, United States
RemoteFull Time
Responsibilities:Manage programs, Coordinate engineering, Lead integration
Requirements Summary:TS/SCI clearance, DoD acquisition experience, PMP or APDP PM Level 3, 15+ years DoD exp, GPS/GNSS knowledge, leadership
Technical Tools Mentioned:Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), PWS, CDRL, QASP, SRD
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Job Description

Qualis LLC is seeking a Program Manager SME in support of the M-Code Aviation Receivers Joint Program Office (MAR JPO) at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. These positions support critical GPS User Equipment modernization programs with a focus on systems engineering, test and evaluation, and platform integration activities. The MAR JPO manages a $22 billion acquisition portfolio developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms. 


This is a full-time with telework capabilities. Travel up to 20% may be required


Essential Duties:

  • Serve as senior program manager for GPS User Equipment acquisition and modernization programs at Wright-Patterson AFB
  • Manage multiple concurrent pre-award, modernization, production, and sustainment projects
  • Develop and execute acquisition strategies for MAGR-2K, EGI, R-EGI, SDUE, and antenna modernization
  • Coordinate systems engineering activities, including requirements development, design reviews, and configuration audits
  • Lead platform integration efforts with aircraft programs at Wright-Patterson
  • Support test and evaluation planning and execution
  • Prepare acquisition milestone documents and program decision packages
  • Develop technical contract requirements documents (PWS, CDRL, QASP, SRD)
  • Manage resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
  • Conduct market research and source selection support
  • Lead program risk management and mitigation activities
  • Coordinate with AFRL and other research organizations on technology development
  • Support open architecture and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation
  • Participate in Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and design reviews
  • Provide senior leadership advocacy briefings
  • Lead trade studies for technology insertion and capability upgrades
  • Support Manufacturing Readiness Assessments and Production Readiness Reviews
  • Coordinate with test organizations on developmental and operational testing
  • Manage contractor performance and technical evaluations 


Required Qualifications:

Minimum Experience

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with Minimum 15 years of DoD acquisition experience with at least 5 years as a Program Manager OR Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Engineering or related technical field with 12 years of DoD acquisition experience with at least 5 years as a Program Manager
  • Must have and be able to maintain a TS/SCI level clearance
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or APDP Program Management Level 3 certification
  • In-depth knowledge of GPS/GNSS systems, navigation warfare, and PNT capabilities
  • Experience managing ACAT I or II programs strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience with Defense Acquisition System and DoDI 5000.02
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities
  • Excellent communication skills for executive-level briefings 

 

Benefits

Qualis LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify