Program Manager Level III
Bedford, MA

Job Description

THE COMPANY

At MCR, LLC, we are the nation's premier Integrated Program Management (IPM) firm. Since 1977, MCR has delivered planning, cost/schedule analysis, acquisition management and program assessment solutions to help government and commercial clients successfully lead their programs. MCR's 400+ professionals provide critical thinking and integrated solutions to acquisition professionals, helping customers become more efficient and effective in running complex programs.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

We are in need of a highly skilled Program Manager Level III in the Battle Management Directorate (AFLCMC/HBU). HBU supports many different Air Force and Joint users. Program efforts range from site surveys and analyses of existing bases, installation or modification of security systems at bases, and technology development to support protection efforts.

As a Program Manager on our team, you will have comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force.

* Active knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs.


* Supports activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems and the pursuit of alternative courses of action.


* Effective social skills, and is able to communicate orally and in writing, providing quality documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.).


* Able to plan, research, analyze and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule and performance objectives.


* Able to support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e. DAES, MAR, etc.). Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews.


* Responsible for various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management.


* Support implementation and execution of Agile software development processes in concert with Government and Prime contractors.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

We are searching for someone with the following qualifications:

* A MA/MS degree, 12 years of relevant experience, 5 years of which are in the DoD or a BA, and 15 years directly related experience with proper certifications.


* Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and additional financial management software as outline above.


* Have a working knowledge of relevant program management publications and regulations to assist with identification, reporting and resolving deficiencies.


* US Citizenship is required.


* Active Top Secret clearance is required.



EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MCR, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are passionate about a future at MCR and wish to learn more about current opportunities, please visit www.mcri.com.

Reference: HBS.0176