I3E Program Manager

I3E Program Manager Odyssey Systems Consulting Group life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs Jun 10, 2026 I3E Program Manager Job Locations US-CO-Colorado Springs

ID 2026-7994

Category Program Management Type Full Time Biweekly Hours 80

Location :

Name Data Dominance Program Office Min USD $150,000.00/Yr. Max USD $160,000.00/Yr. Position Summary Odyssey Systems an Integrated, Immersive, Intelligent Environment (I3E) Program Manager supporting Space System Command's System Delta 85 (SYD 85), Mission Integration Branch In this role, you will be providing Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) supporting the US Space Force mission to protect and defend National Security Interests in Space. SYD 85 is the U.S. Space Force organization responsible for developing and delivering resilient space capabilities supporting Battle Management, Command, Control, Communication, and Space Intelligence (BMC3I). SYD 85 synchronizes acquisition efforts for critical space system capabilities and works together with Combat Forces Command (CFC) Mission Deltas to improve mission readiness.

The I3E program is a critical component of the SYD 85 mission to provide decision dominance in the space domain. This role requires a strategic leader capable of delivering advanced simulation, AI-driven data exploitation, and immersive digital twin environments to U.S. Space Force operators. This is a full-time position in downtown Colorado Springs, CO with an opportunity to telework 1 day per week at the discretion of the Government. Responsibilities An A&AS contractor is a knowledgeable and trusted advisor to the Government Program Office. As an I3E Program Manager, you will work closely with the Government Program Manager and provide Advisory and Assistance Services in support of various program management disciplines including development, execution, and oversight of action plans, schedules, finance, funding, risk management, oversight of contracted initiatives associated with the development, modification, upgrade, and sustainment of the mission. You will assist in the oversight of multiple small-to mid-sized contracts developing and fielding war fighting systems. Duties include, but are not limited to: Apply programmatic knowledge and experience to advise the Government Program Management Office Assure that short and long-range plans and actions are consistent with service goals, schedules, policies, and objectives outlined in the program roadmap Maintain a master program schedule that aligns with SYD 85 milestones Ensure all deliverables meet USSF operational, technical, and cybersecurity requirements Provide programmatic oversight and management of the (I3E) contract, ensuring the successful optimization and operation of Commercial and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) level cloud environments dedicated to AI/ML development, testing, and scaling Develop and maintain technical road-maps for AI Hub initiatives and pilot transitions, tracking dependencies across organizations to ensure policy, network, and security requirements are met prior to operational deployment. Coordinate with appropriate platform, infrastructure, and network organizations to facilitate compute environments, data access, and network connectivity for AI/ML development and deployment. Develop Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and MOAs for AI platform access, tool provisioning, and shared services. Oversee management and monitor AI project life-cycles and integration activities using agile processes; exhibit close collaboration with AI developers, data providers, and USSF operational data programs. Act as the primary interface to the

SYD 85/BNN

government Program Manager and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Facilitate regular program management reviews (PMRs), technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and status briefings Develop and execute integrated risk reduction strategies and recommendations to mitigate identified program risk conditions Prepare directives, issuances, memorandums, policy statements, and other written guidelines and recommendations, as required Develop and defend program objective memorandum (POM) inputs to capture disconnects and initiatives to meet program goals Assist with the development of financial progress reports in support of finance reviews Assist with coordinating the resolution of programmatic issues and deficiencies with prime contractors and other support contractors Maintain strong relationships across a wide spectrum of stakeholders including USSF, USAF, USN, USSPACECOM, USINDOPACOM, USEUCOM, USSOCOM, OSD/R&E, SSDP, intelligence community (IC) partners, and international partners Develop and maintain strong relationships with Government Contract, Legal, Finance, and Program teams Support the Government's planning, acquisition, modification, and execution of multiple contracts Assist with translating user requirements into statements of work documentation Assist with writing, coordinating, and maintaining program documentation regarding requirements, costs, schedules, performance, risks, opportunities, impacts, and program status Support stakeholder engagement on matters affecting program execution Provide relevant input to acquisition planning activities. Assists in the build and release of requests for proposals (RFPs) Assist with the review, evaluation, and award of proposals, prepare and coordinate contract documentation Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations at the request of the Government Other duties as required/requested by the Government within the constraints of the S3 contract

Qualifications Citizenship:

Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Clearance:

Top Secret/SCI, agreeable to polygraph

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field

Years of Experience:

8 years of directly relevant experience, 4 of which must be in the DoD, OR, MA/MS degree and 4 years of directly relevant experience, 2 of which must be in the

DoD Other Qualifications:

Some technical awareness of AI/ML ecosystems, cloud computing environments (Commercial, CUI, and TS/SCI), DevSecOps, MLOps, and enterprise data pipelines Knowledge of and experience with the AI/ML capability life-cycle and data modeling Demonstrated ability to assist in assembling, organizing, and managing a high-performing Program Management Office (PMO) team Able to brief and interact comfortably and professionally with senior leadership Strong customer engagement experience, particularly in bridging the gap between technical AI developers and operational mission users Persistent work ethic to promptly and consistently engage with stakeholders Ability to manage, coordinate, and track multiple simultaneous AI/ML pilot programs, cloud infrastructure deployments, and cross-organizational initiatives; this will require extreme attention to detail and discipline in managing day-to-day PMO activities Demonstrated ability to interact with and build effective relationships and teams with government customers, FFRDCs, and contractors, working in a highly dynamic environment Knowledge of government financial management processes and systems Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with internal and external clients

Preferred Qualifications:

Clearance:

Active Top Secret/SCI, Current polygraph

Education:

Master's degree in business, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field

Years of Experience:

12 years of directly relevant experience, 5 of which must be in the

DoD Certifications:

PMP Certification; DAU DAWIA, or equivalent Acquisition Program Management Level II or III training

Other Qualifications:

DoD Acquisition, Logistics, or Sustainment experience supporting similar requirements in Air Force, Space Force, Army, Navy, Missile Defense Agency, intelligence, Federally Funded Research Development Center (FFRDC), or DoD/DoE Laboratory organizations Familiarity and proven work experience with DoD Acquisition Program Management, including DoD Adaptive Acquisition Framework (5000 series) processes and requirements Knowledge of the Comprehensive Cost and Requirement System (CCaRs) Experience developing solicitation documents (RFI, RFP, PWS, SOW) and evaluating proposals Experience with government financial management processes and systems Knowledge of Confluence and Jira Knowledge of planning and program management to execute major projects, provide expert advice to colleagues, and present innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods

Additional Information:

Location:

Work is performed in downtown

Colorado Springs, CO Travel:

Up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government direction Hybrid with the opportunity to telework 1 day per week at the discretion of the Government. #LI-JK1 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 Please Note:

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays. Odyssey Benefits