Senior Technical Program Manager

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Dayton, OH

3d•$150,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Program Manager with an active TS/SCI clearance to support a Government Program Management Office (PMO) and Program Manager. The role provides project management, acquisition support, and technical oversight for customer development efforts at Wright-Patterson AFB in Dayton, Ohio. The position supports planning and execution of multiple technology development efforts and helps the PMO prepare and coordinate cost, schedule, and contracting documentation. The successful candidate interprets and adapts directives and regulations to support the development and lifecycle sustainment of high-quality, supportable, and effective products. The position also provides technical and programmatic support for enterprise IT systems, command and control systems, and computer-related technologies. Occasional travel of up to 25% may be required based on Government needs. The role requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility, recent SAP experience, and U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements. The stated pay range is $150,000 to $200,000 per year. Base pay may vary depending on government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and the posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

Requirements

18 or more years of acquisition experience.
Experience with DoD acquisition projects and contracting strategies.
Experience developing acquisition documentation, including J&A documents, Acquisition Strategy Plans, Statements of Objectives (SOO), and Statements of Work (SOW) for R&D efforts.
Experience working on classified and/or special access programs (SAP).
Knowledge of military platforms, systems, operations, networking, communications, and datalinks.
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and independently handle complex tasks.
Proficiency with collaboration tools, including Confluence and/or Jira.
Extensive experience in acquisition and contract management, program execution, and Federal Acquisition Regulations compliance.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise, effective briefings and reports for senior leaders and stakeholders.
Skill in problem definition, coordination with high-level personnel, and collaboration in a team-based environment.
Experience monitoring complex program integrations and execution across multiple systems.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility.
At least 12 months of experience within Special Access Programs in the last three years.
U.S. citizenship is required due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field.
Active Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification, Level II or III.
Knowledge of Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) frameworks, directives, and policies.
Experience providing technical support and delivering solutions for DoD technology development efforts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project for financial and scheduling analyses.

Responsibilities

Provide project management, acquisition support, and technical oversight for customer development efforts.
Collaborate with program managers, lead project engineers, contracts, finance, and program teams to execute efforts efficiently.
Maintain awareness of project challenges, plan for significant events, and assist with preparing and releasing BAAs, RFPs, and associated contract documents.
Assist the Government in awarding and managing contracts, including pre-award documentation, source selection activities, and post-award support.
Review contract deliverables, technical reports, schedules, and cost performance reports and provide assessments to the PMO.
Monitor prime and subcontractor performance, report progress, and advise Government leadership on recommendations.
Support development and approval of acquisition strategies, capability development planning, and program transitions to designated Program Executive Officers.
Create and communicate roadmaps for associated technologies and product lines.
Manage integration plans and resources to facilitate program transitions.
Support milestone planning, scheduling, briefing preparation, and decision documentation.
Provide technical support to the project team, including compliance with tasks related to JCIDS, CONOPS, architectural views, security certifications, and acquisition reports.
Identify and mitigate risks in technology development projects.
Coordinate DD Form 254 requirements with program staff and industry.
Participate in collaboration initiatives, working groups, and team planning offsites.
Build trusted and influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Work independently while collaborating with engineering, program management, and security teams.