Program Manager - Air Force Special Programs
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Key Responsibilities
- Program Execution: Support management of a diverse portfolio of Air Force Special Programs, ensuring alignment with mission priorities, schedule, and budget objectives.
- Acquisition & Integration: Assist in planning, development, and execution of complex acquisition programs from concept through fielding.
- Test & Evaluation Strategy: Develop and implement approaches for testing advanced technologies, ensuring operational effectiveness, reliability, and security.
- SAP Oversight: Provide programmatic and technical support to Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance with DoD policies and safeguarding sensitive information.
- Space & Advanced Systems Advisory: Offer informed recommendations on space acquisition initiatives and emerging technologies impacting air and space superiority.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate across government, industry, and interagency partners to drive program success and maintain alignment.
- Risk Management: Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies, communicating status and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior personnel and contribute to a high-performing, mission-focused team culture.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
- Minimum 10+ years of Department of Defense experience with a strong understanding of defense acquisition processes
- At least 5 years of direct experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAPs)
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting complex acquisition or advanced technology programs
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
- Ability to work full-time onsite
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Department of the Air Force or Space Force acquisition organizations
- Background in space acquisition or advanced aerospace systems
- Familiarity with test & evaluation frameworks and systems engineering processes
- Prior experience supporting MAJCOM, Headquarters Air Force, or OSD-level organizations
- PMP certification or equivalent program management credential
Why Blue Sky Innovators?
At Blue Sky Innovators, we bring together elite operators, engineers, and acquisition professionals to solve the nation’s toughest defense challenges. Our team operates at the highest levels of the Department of Defense—delivering impactful solutions across advanced air, space, and cyber domains.
You’ll work side-by-side with senior leaders, influence critical national security decisions, and help deliver the next generation of capabilities that ensure U.S. dominance in contested environments.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to take your program management expertise to the highest levels of impact within the Department of the Air Force, we want to hear from you.
Join Blue Sky Innovators and help shape the future of national defense.
The salary range for this position is $180,000-$230,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
About Blue Sky Innovators
Veteran-owned defense technology professional services firm serving U.S. DoD and Intelligence Community customers.
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