The Program Manager for Next Generation Integrated Air and Missile Defense Capability provides leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide integration and delivery of advanced weapon systems. This role demands expertise in systems acquisition, kill web architecture, risk management, and coordination of testing and deployment, focusing on accelerated MVP capabilities.
Summary
The Program Manager for Next Generation Integrated Air and Missile Defense Capability provides leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide integration and delivery of advanced weapon systems. This role demands expertise in systems acquisition, kill web architecture, risk management, and coordination of testing and deployment, focusing on accelerated MVP capabilities.
Provides visionary leadership for integrating multi-domain weapon system development and delivery, ensuring synchronization across Services, acquisition pathways, and organizations. Focuses on accelerating MVP deployment to meet Presidential commitments, proactively communicating progress and challenges to Congress, and maintaining synchronization with the Golden Dome for America (GDA) DRPM Office.
Directs integration activities to support accelerated fielding of critical capabilities in response to emerging threats, prioritizing MVP solutions, streamlining operational deployment, and ensuring transparent Congressional briefings on milestones and performance metrics. Coordinates activities directly with the GDA DRPM Office.
Establishes enterprise integration processes and performance metrics, providing visibility across cost, schedule, technical, and operational domains. Develops reporting mechanisms for program status, ensuring continuous data sharing with the GDA DRPM Office.
Directs governance structures like IPTs and Execution Synchronization Boards to expedite MVP development and deployment, ensuring transparency and accountability to Congress and collaboration with the GDA DRPM Office.
Defines roles, responsibilities, and decision authorities to resolve challenges and eliminate roadblocks to rapid MVP fielding. Proactively addresses Congressional concerns and ensures coordination with the GDA DRPM Office.
Develops performance reporting frameworks and dashboards for execution status, capability alignment, and risk posture, tracking progress toward MVP delivery and Presidential commitments. Shares data with Congressional stakeholders and the GDA DRPM Office.
Delivers reports, performance assessments, and updates to agency leadership, oversight bodies, Congress, and the GDA DRPM Office. Highlights MVP progress, identifies risks, and addresses Congressional inquiries while ensuring all stakeholders are informed.
Oversees risk management activities to mitigate obstacles to MVP deployment. Keeps Congress informed of risks and strategies while coordinating with the GDA DRPM Office.
Leads strategic trade space assessments, recommending risk-adjusted strategies for schedule recovery and resource optimization. Prioritizes MVP investments, communicates decisions transparently to Congress, and collaborates with the GDA DRPM Office.
Chairs risk review boards and validates mitigation plans, ensuring MVP initiatives are protected, sharing findings with Congress, and involving the GDA DRPM Office in all risk activities.
Directs cross-domain test and evaluation alignment with program schedules and fielding needs, ensuring rigorous validation of MVP capabilities. Keeps Congress informed and coordinates efforts with the GDA DRPM Office.
Collaborates on integrated test plans, minimizing redundancy and validating kill web performance. Communicates results to Congress and works closely with the GDA DRPM Office.
Resolves test conflicts and resource barriers, maintaining efficient testing for accelerated MVP fielding. Keeps Congress informed of challenges and ensures synchronization with the GDA DRPM Office.
Drives strategic program realignment, prioritizing MVP delivery to meet Presidential commitments. Ensures Congress is informed and aligns adjustments with the GDA DRPM Office.
Recommends acquisition strategy modifications to ensure timely delivery of MVP solutions. Communicates changes to Congress and coordinates with the GDA DRPM Office.
Aligns program execution with evolving threats, operational plans, and priorities, ensuring rapid deployment of effective MVP capabilities. Keeps Congress informed and collaborates with the GDA DRPM Office.
Provides strategic direction to a multidisciplinary team for mission execution and synchronization. Ensures Congress understands organizational structure and fosters collaboration with the GDA DRPM Office.
Fosters a high-performance culture emphasizing innovation, accountability, and excellence. Ensures transparency to Congress and collaboration with the GDA DRPM Office.
Engages with Combatant Commanders and Service Components to align capability delivery with mission needs, prioritizing MVP deployment to address threats. Maintains communication with Congress and coordinates with the GDA DRPM Office.
Serves as a senior representative to external stakeholders, fostering relationships and consensus. Communicates MVP progress to Congress and ensures alignment with the GDA DRPM Office.
Cultivates industry partnerships aligned with kill web priorities and MVP timelines. Ensures transparency to Congress and collaborates with the GDA DRPM Office.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
This position is designated as special sensitive and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish eligibility for appropriate security clearances.
Designated and/or random drug testing is required
Financial Disclosure: Senior Leaders are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement (OGE-278), upon assuming an SL position.
Overtime: None
Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
Telework: Situational telework eligible
Senior Professionals are required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF 306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check.
Selected candidate will be subject to a one-year probationary period in the Competitive Service unless required probationary period has been served.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position; you must show that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes exceeding two pages will be disqualified.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ): All applicants must be able to address accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications in a structured interview assessment:
Extensive knowledge and experience providing strategic planning and management of major acquisition programs, including the ability to review, analyze, and resolve complex technological and program management issues for major defense weapon system programs, with a focus on accelerating the deployment of critical capabilities, effectively communicating these efforts to Congress, and collaborating seamlessly with other government agencies.
Extensive skill managing complex programmatic baselines and deep knowledge of integrating diverse ground, sea, and space-based sensors, interceptors, and fire control components, with a proven track record of rapidly incorporating new technologies and solutions into existing systems, effectively communicating these advancements to Congress and working collaboratively with other government organizations to ensure successful program execution.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this position.
Additional information
REEMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: DoDI 1400.25-V300.
ACQUISITION POSITION: This position requires a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Program Management, Advanced level. Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 48 months after entry into this position. For information regarding the DAWIA Back to Basics please visit: Home (dau.edu) or Back to Basics - Helpful Resources (dau.edu)
DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: CAP: Position is a DoD Critical Acquisition Position & requires DoD Acquisition in Program Management certification at the Advanced Level within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years and sign a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years. Click here for more details and Resources.
Background Investigation - This position is designated as critical sensitive and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish eligibility for Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearances, to include managing compartmentalized missile and radar programs.
Financial Disclosure - Senior Professionals are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement {SF-278), upon assuming an SL position. This must be submitted annually and upon termination of employment.
Applications MUST be submitted through USAJobs.
Submit resume and all other required documents online by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documents, for the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education as it relates to the fundamental competencies, identified below. Your application will be evaluated by an Executive Evaluation Panel rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may be contacted for an interview and to provide reference checks. The Office of the Secretary of Defense Executive Resources Board will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible. The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. Page margins should be 0.5 inches, and font styles must be legible. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text. We recommend using a font like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans.
Additional guidance on writing a federal resume can be found at: USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job? The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.
2. Technical Qualifications (TQs): you must show that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes exceeding two pages will be disqualified.
3. Transcripts:
If applicable, education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
4. SF50
All current and former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. This is also a requirement to verify your Time in Grade (TIG).
5. Veteran's Documents:
If applying using veteran's preference, you must submit the following documents: DD214 showing character of service, SF-15 Form and VA letter showing final percentage, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty.
DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the limit for the resume).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible. The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. Page margins should be 0.5 inches, and font styles must be legible. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text. We recommend using a font like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans.
Additional guidance on writing a federal resume can be found at: USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job? The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.
2. Technical Qualifications (TQs): you must show that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes exceeding two pages will be disqualified.
3. Transcripts:
If applicable, education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
4. SF50
All current and former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. This is also a requirement to verify your Time in Grade (TIG).
5. Veteran's Documents:
If applying using veteran's preference, you must submit the following documents: DD214 showing character of service, SF-15 Form and VA letter showing final percentage, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty.
DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the limit for the resume).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Missile Defense Agency
Bldg 5222 Martin Rd
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
