Program Manager

Overview

Program Manager/Subject Matter Expert I LOCATION: Huntsville, AL STATUS: Full Time CLEARANCE: Not Specified TRAVEL: Approximately 10% Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager/Subject Matter Expert I supporting the Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO) and its UH-60M procurement, modification, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Must possess a Bachelor's Degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a High School Diploma and at least 10 years of relevant experience. Experience supporting defense acquisition programs, including program analysis, cost and schedule monitoring, performance reporting, and acquisition documentation.

Knowledge of Department of War (DoW) directives and the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM / DoD 5105.38-M). Experience executing procurement, fielding, and sustainment tasks while collaborating with engineering, contracting, integrated product teams (IPTs), and foreign disclosure teams. Ability to develop, monitor, and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), program baselines, and risk, issue, and opportunity tracking.

Strong organizational and critical-thinking skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority requirements simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executive briefings and communicate complex acquisition information to senior DoD and USG leadership. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal oversight.

Strong collaboration skills and experience coordinating across multidisciplinary teams, government stakeholders, and industry partners. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Experience supporting the Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO) or UH-60M procurement, modification, and sustainment programs. Familiarity with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case management and the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE).

Experience coordinating with USASAC, DASA DEC, DCMA, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and foreign defense representatives. Knowledge of Army aviation acquisition processes, production schedules, modification programs, and total package fielding. Experience working with industry partners such as Sikorsky/Lockheed Martin.

Experience identifying process improvements and implementing strategies to improve program performance, efficiency, and mission execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide strategic leadership and program management support to the Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO), overseeing multiple UH-60M procurement and modification efforts in support of Army aviation and partner nation objectives. Define and execute program vision, scope, objectives, and operational baselines to ensure alignment with UHPO strategic priorities.

Manage complex Foreign Military Sales (FMS) portfolios throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including program baselines, Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), resource forecasting, and case performance reporting. Monitor program cost, schedule, and performance metrics to ensure acquisition milestones and operational requirements are achieved.

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical, cost, and schedule risks while developing contingency plans to prevent delays and ensure successful program execution. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and daily direction to multidisciplinary project teams, promoting accountability, collaboration, and mission success.

Coordinate procurement, modification, fielding, and sustainment activities with engineering teams, integrated product teams (IPTs), contracting personnel, and foreign disclosure teams. Serve as a primary point of coordination across the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE), including USASAC, DASA DEC, DCMA, contracted OEMs, and foreign defense representatives.

Coordinate production, modification, and fielding schedules with government stakeholders and industry partners to meet partner nation delivery requirements. Monitor and report on program Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identifying opportunities for operational improvements and increased efficiency. Track multiple FMS cases, maintain risk and issue matrices, and proactively address potential schedule delays or program execution challenges.

Ensure procurement actions, contract deliverables, engineering changes, and total package fielding activities comply with USG acquisition policies, the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM), and applicable quality standards. Prepare and deliver executive briefings, program status reports, acquisition documentation, and performance updates to senior leadership and government representatives.

Support continuous process improvements to enhance program execution, resource management, and overall mission effectiveness. #CJ