Site Program Manager – Edwards

The Site Program Manager (PM) has overall responsibility for cost, schedule and technical performance of the KC-46 operation located at Edwards AFB and ensuring that contractual requirements and program objections are met. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Fully coordinate and collaborate on all tasks, activities, requirements, and issues as they pertain to the support of the customer. 
• Identify issues and adapt program plans according to the customer’s feedback on the program cost, performance, quality, schedule, and risk.
• Develop plans and schedules and define and document the implementation of requirements.
• Use established program management procedures to monitor cost, schedule, and performance: assess variances of the plan and take necessary corrective action.
• Identify potential downstream issues that may negatively affect meeting customers’ requirements and provide recommendations to mitigate those negative impacts
• Manage the customers expectations with proactive, consistent, and transparent communication.
• Reviewing business systems administration, resources, procedures, and methods to improve operational effectiveness, utility, and efficiency.
• Overseeing the monitoring and inspection of maintenance, repair, and service operations for quality control and contract compliance.
• The Site PM shall have full authority to act on behalf of the Contractor and execute unilateral decision-making on all contract matters relating to the daily operation of this contract.
• Interfacing with the CO, COTR, and Government leadership.
• Overseeing the execution of the contract Transition Plan.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Minimum of twenty (20) years of diverse management experience including experience in aviation systems. Education will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of academic/technical/military training and experience. Preferred
• Experience in Flight test, evaluation and integration activities
• Possess excellent communication, analytical, project management and supervisory skills. Desktop computer skills are essential with proficiency in full range of Microsoft Office products and should be capable of preparing management level reports and presentations.
• Possess a valid state issued driver’s license. 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Secret clearance. NOTE: U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication and constant mental alertness.  Must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines. 

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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