Medium Caliber Ammo Program Manager

Odyssey has an exciting new opportunity for a SeniorMedium Caliber Ammo Program Manager supporting the USAF Medium Caliber Program Office. Their mission is to manage and sustain all medium caliber ammunition for the U.S. Air Force, ensuring that warfighters have reliable, effective munitions to meet operational needs. This is a full time, onsite position located at Robins AFB.***Contingent upon contract award***Duties include, but not limited to:Apply knowledge of DoD systems acquisition and program management principles, policies, and practices, including DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75.Understand and navigate roles and relationships within the Department of Defense (DoD) and the U.S. Air Force.Utilize qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition programs.Support Government Program Managers in evaluating program performance against cost and schedule baselines.Recommend viable solutions and alternative courses of action to address programmatic challenges.Prepare and deliver high-quality acquisition documentation, including briefings, reports, and strategic plans.Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition across development, production, and deployment phases.Formulate acquisition strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.Develop and support statutory and regulatory acquisition reports (e.g., DAES, MAR).Participate in and support program management reviews, senior-level meetings, and IMP/IMS reviews.Assist in the development of program status briefings and acquisition task schedules for senior leadership.Support the implementation and execution of Agile software development processes in collaboration with Government and Prime Contractors.***Contingent upon contract award***Citizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: SecretEducation: High School DiplomaYears of Experience: 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight of which must be in the DoD.Preferred QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's, Master, or Doctorate degreeYears of experience: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoDMaster’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoDTechnical SkillsAcquisition & Program ManagementProficiency in DoD acquisition processes (DoDI 5000.02 and 5000.75)Experience with lifecycle logistics and sustainment planningKnowledge of cost, schedule, and performance (CSP) trade-off analysisFamiliarity with Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) developmentData Analysis & ReportingAbility to apply quantitative and qualitative analysis techniquesProficient in tools for tracking program metrics and performance (e.g., DAES, MAR reports)Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk analysisSystems Engineering & IntegrationUnderstanding of munitions systems, including medium caliber ammunition (20mm-105mm)Ability to assess system readiness and performance trendsCoordination of test and evaluation (T&E) activitiesTechnical Documentation & CommunicationSkilled in preparing acquisition documentation, briefings, and strategic plansAbility to communicate technical information to senior leadership and stakeholdersExperience supporting program management reviews and milestone decisionsInterpersonal Skills:Strategic CommunicationClearly conveys complex acquisition and technical information to diverse stakeholdersPrepares and delivers briefings and reports to senior leadership with clarity and confidenceCollaboration & TeamworkWorks effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, logisticians, and program managersBuilds strong working relationships with DoD agencies, contractors, and joint service partnersAnalytical ThinkingApplies critical thinking to assess program performance and recommend actionable solutionsEvaluates data trends to support decision-making and risk mitigationAdaptabilityResponds effectively to changing program requirements, timelines, and prioritiesMaintains flexibility in a dynamic acquisition and sustainment environmentAdditional InformationLocation: Robins AFB, GeorgiaTravel: 10%Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite#LI-MP1***Contingent upon contract award***Odyssey Systemsis 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.Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Created: 2025-11-27