Principal Program Manager

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Program Manager supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Helicopter Division (AFLCMC/WIH) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. Our Program Managers leverage their expertise in acquisition program management to oversee systems, subsystems, and equipment procurement activities across all phases of the program life cycle. They support post‑award project and program management efforts, develop plans, and recommend strategies that ensure cost, schedule, and performance goals are achieved.

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Assist with analyzing and preparing draft recommendations relating to Contractor production changes for Government consideration.
Assist with writing, reviewing, and editing program documentation with the goal of ensuring weapon system changes are accurately identified and recorded.
Assist with reviewing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs).
Participate in fact-finding and support the Configuration Control Board (CCB)
Assist in developing acquisition strategies and prepare acquisition documentation/products in support of the HPO programs. Documents may include, but are not limited to, Acquisition Decision Memorandums, Life Cycle Sustainment Plans, Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Program Baselines, Risk Management Plans, Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and milestone decision briefs.
Assist with performing analysis of problems and issues confirmed by the Government as requiring additional support. Analysis of the problems and issues includes, but is not limited to, identification of potential impacts/risks to programs and mitigation/avoidance strategies
Assist with the planning for program milestones and reviews.
Assist with developing, analyzing, and maintaining integrated program schedules and plans throughout the program life cycle.
Gather program information and conduct analyses as required by the PM and leadership.
Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, detailed analysis, support and assistance with the development Of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)/Supplier Request for Proposal (RFP) and affiliated documents and briefings, to include assistance with developing and documenting recommended program management inputs for acquisition strategy, Statement of Objectives (SOC)), PWS, Sections L and M, CDRLs and related documents prior to RFP release for assigned programs.
Be proficient in Microsoft (MS) Project.
Be familiar with Comprehensive Cost and Requirements System (CCaRS), PMRT and Portals (AF, HPC)) to conduct research/analyses and prepare spreadsheets, briefings, figures, graphics, tables, forms, and papers. Finished products will be technical and non-technical, classified and unclassified, in the media and format requested.
Present briefings and assist with developing technical reports to document progress and results.
Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, detailed analysis, and support for documentation.
Assist in the generation, maintenance, and effective practical use within the HPC) Of the IMS. Demonstrating subject matter expertise on IMS software and logic, the Contractor will assist Government program managers in using the IMS to analyze logic and risk in the schedule.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Secret

Education and experience:

Master's degree and 20 years of relevant experience
Program management experience preferably within a DoD acquisition or other regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

Current Secret clearance
PMP (Project Management Professional)
DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management or equivalent
Experience supporting AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, or equivalent Air Force acquisition organizations
Experience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)
Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 series
Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation (AS, SEP, TEMP, LCSP, etc.)
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis and reporting
Experience with risk management and mitigation planning
Proficiency with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
Understanding of requirements development and JCIDS processes (ICD, CDD, CPD)

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Ability to operate independently as a senior adviser to government leadership
Strong leadership and team coordination across cross-functional environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Strategic thinking and complex problem-solving abilities

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH

Travel: 10–20% depending on program needs

Work Environment: Hybrid

Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities