Acquisition Management Support III, PAPM MPTE Support

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•San Diego, CA

2d•$140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an Acquisition Management Support III / Principal Assistant Program Manager (PAPM) – Manpower, Personnel, Training, and Education (MPTE) Support to support the Program Manager Warfare (PMW) 120 office within NAVWAR Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I). This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a diverse and high-performing team supporting mission-critical U.S. Navy programs in Battlespace Awareness and Information Operations. The ideal candidate will provide senior-level acquisition and program management support, with a focus on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) and PAPM MPTE-related activities. This includes supporting program planning, budget development and execution, and alignment of resources to mission priorities. This position supports the planning, coordination, and execution of acquisition and budget activities across enterprise IT, engineering, and mission support efforts. The role works closely with program leadership, resource sponsors, engineers, and financial stakeholders to ensure acquisition strategies and funding decisions are aligned with technical requirements, mission objectives, and DoD and Navy guidance.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI Clearance
10+ years of experience supporting DoD acquisition programs, program management, or Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS) within Navy or comparable DoD environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Project and/or Milestones Professional
Experience using DCMA 14-point schedule assessment tools (e.g., Deltek Acumen or equivalent)
Strong understanding of the DoD acquisition life cycle, including ACAT I–IV programs and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) (e.g., Software Acquisition, Middle Tier Acquisition pathways)
Experience supporting planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) processes
Experience supporting PAPM functions, including program planning, budgeting, execution tracking, and schedule integration
Experience developing acquisition and financial documentation (e.g., POM inputs, budget exhibits, spend plans)
Knowledge of appropriation categories (O&M, RDT&E, Procurement) and execution processes
Ability to analyze program performance across cost, schedule, and execution, and identify risks with recommended mitigation strategies
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience supporting or briefing senior leadership
Experience supporting PMO/PEO environments and coordinating across technical, financial, and acquisition stakeholders
Experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, Milestones Professional, Deltek Acumen (or equivalent DCMA 14-point assessment tools), Navy ERP, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as PMP, Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), or Lean Six Sigma
Familiarity with PPBE training and Navy budget processes

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in support of MPTE programs
Coordinate with program managers, engineers, contracting, and financial teams to ensure schedule alignment across technical, cost, and acquisition activities
Prepare and analyze schedules and reports in accordance with the program’s Schedule Management Plan (SMP)
Perform regular schedule updates, including progress tracking, baseline maintenance, and development of recovery plans and “what-if” scenarios
Monitor program execution against milestones, key events, and critical path activities, identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
Conduct critical path, schedule slack, and predecessor/successor network analyses to assess schedule health
Perform Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs) and support overall program risk management efforts
Support data collection, validation, and interpretation to ensure accurate and reliable schedule reporting
Develop schedule products and briefings to communicate status to program leadership and stakeholders
Ensure schedules align with acquisition timelines, PPBE activities, and program objectives