Sr. Program Manager (5488)

As Sr. Program Manager, you’ll lead a complex portfolio of IT and logistics transformation projects for the Air Force’s AF/A4 Directorate. This role requires expertise in managing large-scale, multi-functional programs focused on IT operations, logistics management, and cybersecurity compliance. The Senior Program Manager will serve as the primary liaison between our team and senior Air Force stakeholders, ensuring project success through strategic oversight, governance, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the AF/A4 mission, as well as experience managing federal contracts within the Department of Defense (DoD), particularly within the Air Force logistics enterprise.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

• Lead and manage a multi-million-dollar IT and logistics transformation program supporting the AF/A4 mission, ensuring alignment with the National Defense Strategy and Air Force strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with senior government stakeholders, including Contracting Officers (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (COR), and Air Force senior leadership.
• Oversee all contract performance activities across multiple task areas, ensuring high-quality deliverables are provided on time and within budget.
• Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for the AF/A4 logistics IT portfolio, including cloud migration strategies, system modernization, and risk management.
• Lead the development of AF/A4 IT strategies, integrating new and emerging technologies into logistics and force protection missions.
• Provide expert oversight for cybersecurity governance across AF/A4 systems, ensuring compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and other DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Manage cross-functional teams of business analysts, cybersecurity specialists, and logistics experts to ensure successful project execution and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee portfolio management (PfM) activities, ensuring that AF/A4 investments align with mission requirements at optimal risk and cost, supporting both legacy and modernized systems.
• Coordinate with various directorates, including Resource Integration (AF/A4P), Logistics (AF/A4L), and Security Forces (AF/A4S), to integrate processes, systems, and personnel in support of mission readiness.
• Ensure all program operations align with federal policies, governance frameworks, and Air Force strategic directives.
• Ability to lead a diverse team of industry partners and manage relationships as a Prime

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in federal IT Strategy & Project Management, logistics operations (including repair, maintenance, overhaul and sustainment activities), logistics system integration, with a focus on Air Force or DoD programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience managing large-scale programs ($100M+), particularly within the Air Force or federal logistics/IT domains.
• Strong expertise in IT Portfolio Management (PfM), strategic planning, and continuous process improvement techniques (CPI, Agile methodologies).
• Hands-on experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity governance, and compliance within DoD.
• In-depth knowledge of Air Force logistics systems and emerging technologies such as cloud computing, data standardization, and system modernization.
• Experience with business process reengineering (BPR) and the integration of legacy systems into modern operational frameworks.
• Proven experience supporting growth, proposal, and capture efforts including RFP response development, relationship management, business development contractual negotiations

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Don’t meet every single requirement? 

Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  At MetroStar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture, so, if you’re excited about this role, but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply.  We pride ourselves on making great matches, and you may be the perfect match for this role or another one we have. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team

What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.

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