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Program Manager, Senior - TS
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What they do
A Program Manager manages ongoing program activity or a group of related projects for a company or organization. Responsibilities include developing program plans, defining project objectives, allocating resources, managing budgets, and monitoring program progress. They may work in production, administration, advertising/marketing, human resources, technology, finance, and other technical areas such as engineering.
$166,478 / year median in Massachusetts
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Program Manager, Senior - TS DCS Corporation tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Massachusetts, Bedford Sep 02, 2026 DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager. This is a full time position located at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA.
Essential Job Functions:
Support Government Program Managers in executing acquisition programs in accordance with FAR, DoDI 5000.02, and applicable Air Force guidance and regulations
Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisition projects to support cost, schedule, and performance objectives
Provide acquisition program management support to Program Managers and IPT Leads to maintain acquisition battle rhythm and deliver operational capability
Support development and review of acquisition documentation including Acquisition Strategies, APBs, LCSPs, Risk Management Plans, milestone briefings, and other program documentation
Assist with preparation and review of acquisition reports including DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs, and other statutory and regulatory documentation
Support program risk management activities including risk identification, analysis, handling, monitoring, and execution of risk management boards and working groups
Develop and support briefings, schedules, status reports, graphics, and acquisition documentation for senior leadership
Support source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, RFP documentation, CDRLs, SOWs, and source selection support documentation
Review acquisition and program documentation to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with applicable guidance
Support implementation and execution of acquisition and development processes in coordination with Government and contractor personnel
Assist with program integration activities, contractor deliverable tracking, and schedule management
Support preparation and submission of funding documentation including Purchase Requests, MIPRs, and related acquisition documentation
Monitor and support interface control and coordination between program systems and stakeholders
Provide guidance on acquisition policies, procedures, and program management best practices
Support operational planning, capability development, event integration, analysis, and reporting activities
Maintain awareness of DoD acquisition reform initiatives and recommend process improvements where applicable
Required Skills:
Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with SCI eligibility Bachelor's and 12 years of directly related experience with 5 years in a DoD settingor Master's Degree in a relevant professional discipline Familiar with cloud-based systems, including management and projection of cost and performance
Familiar with agile methods and CI/CD, DevSecOps and DevOps principals
Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force
Possess knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
Possesses the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation including but not limited to briefings, documents, and plans.
Acquisition Program Management
DoDI 5000 Series Acquisition Processes
Cost, Schedule, and Performance Management
Program Risk Management
Acquisition Documentation Development and Review
Acquisition Reporting (DAES, MARs, APBs, SARs)
Source Selection Support
RFP, SOW, and CDRL Development
Program Integration and Contractor Management
Microsoft Office Suite Salary Range $90,220-$180,000 At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs. Learn more about our benefits here: DCS Corp Benefits
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)