Acquisition Manager Principal

Acquisition Manager PrincipalJob LocationsUS-OH-DaytonID2024-5631CategoryProgram ManagementTypeFull TimeBiweekly Hours80Location : NameWright Patterson AFBPosition SummaryOdyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a Principal Acquisition Manager supporting the Helicopter Program Office (HPO) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The HPO supports selected helicopter programs including the HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) and the MH-139. The HPO has a mission to rapidly deliver and field new and updated rotary wing aircraft.ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but 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 strategiesAssist 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.Review and analyze guidance to determine key milestones and deliverables required to comply with current acquisition regulations and law.QualificationsMinimum Required QualificationsCitizenship: Must be a US citizenClearance: SecretEducation/Years of Experience:Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline

Created: 2025-12-15