Apogee has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager SME in support of the M-Code Aviation Receivers Joint Program Office (MAR JPO) at Warner Robins AFB, GA. These positions support critical GPS User Equipment modernization programs, including MAGR-2K, EGI, R-EGI, SDUE, and advanced antenna systems. The MAR JPO manages a $22 billion acquisition portfolio, developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms.

These are full-time positions located at Warner Robins Air Force Base (AFB).

Serve as senior program manager for major ACAT I, II, or III acquisition programs
• Manage multiple concurrent pre-award, modernization, production, and sustainment projects
• Develop and execute acquisition strategies for GPS User Equipment modernization programs
• Prepare acquisition milestone documents, including Acquisition Strategy Plans (ASPs), Early Strategy & Issues Sessions (ESIS), and milestone decision packages
• Conduct market research, source selection support, and proposal evaluations
• Develop and manage resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Lead program risk management activities and mitigation planning
• Coordinate receiver and platform integration efforts with DoD aircraft customers
• Support Production Readiness Reviews and Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRAs)
• Develop technical contract requirements documents (PWS, CDRL, QASP, SRD)
• Participate in Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), program reviews, and design reviews
• Manage requirements traceability and prioritization
• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) planning and execution
• Provide senior leadership advocacy briefings and respond to higher headquarters taskers
• Lead trade studies for modernization approaches and technology insertion
• Coordinate with the Navy, Coast Guard, and Army for joint service GPS requirements
• Manage contractor performance and ensure quality deliverables
• Support logistics and sustainment planning for fielded systems

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance

Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) or APDP Program Management Level 3 certification
Education: Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or related technical field
Years of Experience: 15 years of DoD acquisition experience with at least 5 years as a Program Manager

Additional experience:

• In-depth knowledge of GPS/GNSS systems, navigation warfare, and PNT capabilities
• Experience managing ACAT I or II programs strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with Defense Acquisition System and DoDI 5000.02
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication skills for executive-level briefings

Minimum Experience:

Education: Master's or Doctorate Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Years of Experience: 12 years of DoD acquisition experience with at least 5 years as a Program Manager

Additional Information:
Location: Warner Robins AFB, GA
On-site: This is a full-time on-site position

Travel: Travel up to 20% may be required, per the customer's discretion