Acquisition Program Manager Support - SME

Position Overview:

How you will contribute to our National Security and Defense mission:

In this role as an Acquisition Program Manager Support Subject Matter Expert (SME) you'll support the newly reorganized Air Force Research Laboratory Air Warfare Directorate (AFRL/RA) which combined the former Aerospace and Munitions Directorates into a single organization. AFRL/RA is charged with developing advanced air combat technologies to ensure our nation's advantage in the air domain. In standing up and operating this new directorate, AFRL/RA leadership seeks to introduce greater acquisition and program management rigor to prioritize and accelerate the development of advanced capabilities. This is where MTSi acquisition program managers will make a big impact - by advising and assisting Directorate leadership on acquisition program management matters. Day-to-day activities will involve assisting AFRL/RA technical and program management personnel to optimize project cost, schedule and performance across a diverse portfolio of leading-edge Air Warfare programs.

You'll be a great fit for this role if:

*You have a passion for aerospace, defense, and space systems and advanced technologies.

*You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems and give our warfighters the best possible tools.

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Paying attention to detail and providing excellent customer service in a professional environment is a skill you excel at.

*You are passionate about continuous learning and growth, and you seek opportunities to challenge yourself.

*You are driven to make a meaningful impact through your work.

Responsibilities:

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

*Support AFRL/RA in all phases of project management: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing organizational projects.

*Develop acquisition documentation to assist government PMs in making informed programmatic decisions.

*Identify risks and issues, recommend solutions, and provide guidance to government PMs throughout project execution.

*Serve as an experienced and motivated professional supporting the Air Warfare Directorate by leveraging knowledge of DoW acquisition processes and analytical methods to gather, analyze, and evaluate information for program/project managers and stakeholders.

*Apply expertise in integration, communication, coordination, organization, and planning to technical and acquisition efforts across diverse functional disciplines, ensuring AFRL/RA programs effectively deliver and sustain Air Force warfighting capabilities.

*Analyze issues and develop solutions to improve Science and Technology (S&T) and acquisition effectiveness and compliance.

*Draft and review acquisition documentation, ensuring accuracy and quality control for S&T programs.

*Plan, schedule, coordinate, and conduct facilitation activities with host organization personnel and participating organizations.

*Provide training, facilitation, and decision-support services for offices engaged in group training sessions, collaborative efforts, working groups, or integrated product/process teams.

*Consult on subject matter, lead strategic planning events, and manage discussions involving controversial topics or differing opinions-guiding conversations toward constructive outcomes and actionable plans.

*Document agendas, attendee lists, meeting minutes, and resulting action items for official records.

*Deliver presentations and briefings to large audiences including personnel with significant responsibilities, demonstrating strong public speaking skills.

Qualifications Required:

*Minimum of 20 years of relevant DoW work experience.

*At least three (3) years of experience in a SAP a