Senior Program Manager

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Hanscom AFB, MA

2d•$140,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us! Torch Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Program Manager providing support to the Mission Planning Division (AFLCMC/C3M) at Hanscom AFB, MA. The Mission Planning Division (AFLCMC/HBM) delivers enterprise-level mission planning capabilities that enable Air Force aircrews to plan, execute, and support operations across all aviation platforms. The division manages a portfolio of ACAT III and SWAP AIS programs focused on developing, modernizing, and sustaining the Air Force’s Mission Planning Systems (MPS). MPS provides a modular suite of software applications that integrate critical data sources—such as Air Tasking Orders, intelligence, targeting, threat, and navigation databases—with aircraft avionics and weapons systems. These capabilities allow aircrews to efficiently build, manage, and transfer mission data, directly enhancing operational effectiveness, survivability, and sortie generation. The division is also leading development of the next-generation JMPS Open Mission System (JOMS), a cloud-based, microservices-driven platform designed to modernize mission planning through increased automation, real-time collaboration, and scalable, user-tailored capabilities. Supporting major commands including ACC, AMC, AFGSC, and AETC, the Mission Planning Division plays a critical role in advancing integrated, data-driven operations across the Joint Warfighter enterprise. As a Senior Program Manager your duties will include the following, but are not limited to: Provide program-level acquisition support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads, guiding program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives. Ensure adherence to DoW directives and policies, including DoWI 5000.02, DoWI 5000.80, and DoWI 5000.81. Support contract execution through expert analysis and solutions, including reviewing acquisition documents, milestone decision briefings, and risk management plans. Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoW and Air Force policies. Develop and maintain acquisition reports (e.g., MAR, DAES, APB), prepare briefings, and ensure consistency across program deliverables. Utilize tools such as CCaR, IDECS, and EDA. Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups. Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP documentation. Provide recommendations for incentive clauses and evaluate contractor proposals. Oversee Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems to ensure they meet operational and testing requirements. Coordinate with stakeholders to align MPE capabilities with operational flight program schedules. Provide critical support for lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategies, ensuring mission readiness and effective system integration. Monitor DoW acquisition reforms and advise leadership on process improvements, cost avoidance strategies, and policy interpretations. Ensure compliance with updated regulations and directives. Collaborate with division branch chiefs, program managers, and contractors to provide expert guidance, streamline integration, and address programmatic issues affecting overall performance.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.
Requirements development, production and deployment, and operations and support.
Architecture development and implementation
Modeling and simulation, including Model-Based Systems Engineering principles
Verification and validation processes
Technical data package development and sustainment
Principles of configuration management
Network architectures, embedded systems, and application deployment across various systems and hardware, including cloud deployment and virtualization
DoW acquisition processes such as Technology Maturation, Risk Reduction, Engineering Manufacturing Development, and Production and Deployment activities
Must have an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide program-level acquisition support to Program Managers and Integrated Product Team Leads, guiding program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Ensure adherence to DoW directives and policies, including DoWI 5000.02, DoWI 5000.80, and DoWI 5000.81.
Support contract execution through expert analysis and solutions, including reviewing acquisition documents, milestone decision briefings, and risk management plans.
Evaluate program health, advise leadership on options to maintain objectives, and assist in planning acquisition strategies that align with DoW and Air Force policies.
Develop and maintain acquisition reports (e.g., MAR, DAES, APB), prepare briefings, and ensure consistency across program deliverables.
Utilize tools such as CCaR, IDECS, and EDA.
Develop, maintain, and execute program risk management plans, facilitating risk identification, analysis, and mitigation while coordinating program risk boards and working groups.
Assist in developing source selection strategies, evaluation criteria, and RFP documentation.
Provide recommendations for incentive clauses and evaluate contractor proposals.
Oversee Mission Planning Environment (MPE) systems to ensure they meet operational and testing requirements.
Coordinate with stakeholders to align MPE capabilities with operational flight program schedules.
Provide critical support for lifecycle logistics, operational planning, and sustainment strategies, ensuring mission readiness and effective system integration.
Monitor DoW acquisition reforms and advise leadership on process improvements, cost avoidance strategies, and policy interpretations.
Ensure compliance with updated regulations and directives.
Collaborate with division branch chiefs, program managers, and contractors to provide expert guidance, streamline integration, and address programmatic issues affecting overall performance.