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Program Manager (Mid) - F-35 JPO
Summary
Title:Program Manager (Mid) - F-35 JPO
ID:1625
Work Location:Arlington, VA
Clearance Required:Secret
Description

Seventh Sense is an award winning consulting company focused on providing "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value" to federal and defense agencies. Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a Virginia based company, however 100% virtually operated, serving multiple clients in over 10 states across the US. Seventh Sense is recognized in 2020 as a “Best Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal and made the Inc. 5000 list as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. To learn more visit us at www.seventhsenseconsulting.com
 
Overview:

 
Within the role of Program Manager (Mid) supporting a Defense Aviation Joint Program Office (JPO), you will support a DoD JPO responsible for managing a major defense weapon system development. You will provide program management expertise and leadership related to US Service-related military operations and/or defense acquisition program management related to weapon system acquisition, employment, and life cycle management. You will advise customers to resolve issues, manage an integrated team of contractor support staff, and maintain relationships with internal and external customers. Your job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the execution of strategic initiatives and provides high-level guidance and attention
  • Conduct analysis and provide recommendation to the PEO, the Service Lead and the Assistant Program Director (APD) on a wide range of topics and supports leadership in prioritization of focus areas
  • Provide coordination of efforts, enabling the most effective performance of the assigned Service Lead program duties
  • Ensure all forms of information and communication are completely prepared and presented to enable the Customer's program strategy formulation, analysis and decision making, often within significant time constraints
  • Ensure that decisions are communicated appropriately both internal and external to the JPO, providing follow up to assure that intended messages and actions are understood and executed as warranted


Required Qualifications:
 

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field; Engineering, Business Administration
  • Secret Security Clearance 
  • At least three (3+) years of experience with the following:
    • Leadership experience in US Service-related military operations or defense acquisition program management related to major weapons system acquisition, employment and life cycle management
    • Program management experience with Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
    • Familiarity with DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000.2 (Operation of the Defense Acquisition System), DoD Directive (DODD) 5530.03 (International Agreements), and the International Cooperation in Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (IC in AT&L) Handbook
    • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of system acquisition to plan, organize, and coordinate critical aspects of the development, production, and deployment of systems, subsystems, and equipment
    • Demonstrated knowledge of the system equipment life-cycle phases and the documentation, analyses, and reviews associated with those phases
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Focus on customer service and responsiveness with sound customer handling skills


Preferred Qualifications:
 

  • 5th Generation Fighter program management experience
  • F-35 Lightning II program knowledge and expertise
  • Experience with and knowledge of challenged associated with Contractor Supported Weapon System (CSWS)


Working with Seventh Sense Consulting: 

We believe in treating everyone like family which is why our number one goal is to take care of each other. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings programs, PTO and paid holidays and transportation and flexible spending accounts. Additionally we offer:

  • A unique bonus structure, including peer-to-peer recognitions. You've never seen anything like it before!
  • Flex time and remote work options
  • Professional development program
  • An R3 Day. Ask us about it!
  • A Community Service Day 
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting!


Seventh Sense Consulting is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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