Program Manager in El Segundo

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USmax Corporation is seeking a Program Manager to support the United States Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) Military Communications and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Directorate Acquisition Logistics. The Program Manager will oversee portfolio-level acquisition and program integration, providing senior-level support to government leadership across cost, schedule, performance, and reporting domains. The role requires deep knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle, executive-level communication skills, and the ability to standardize processes across multiple programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Portfolio Integration and Oversight
  • Coordinate portfolio-wide integration of cost, schedule, and performance metrics across multiple programs.
  • Lead development and maintenance of executive-level performance dashboards and reporting tools.
  • Support cross-functional reviews to ensure alignment across technical, financial, and programmatic areas.
• Program Acquisition Support
  • Provide analysis and recommendations throughout the acquisition lifecycle, from planning through execution.
  • Review acquisition documentation for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with government standards.
  • Identify risks and propose executable solutions to maintain program baselines.
• Governance and Standardization
  • Develop and enforce standardized processes, templates, and reporting structures to improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Facilitate readiness reviews, milestone preparations, and leadership decision forums.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline acquisition support and reduce cycle times.
• Executive Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Prepare senior-level briefings, read-aheads, talking points, and decision materials for government leadership.
  • Consolidate inputs from diverse stakeholders into coherent, audit-ready products.
  • Support rapid-response taskers with high-quality, accurate deliverables.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of program or project management experience supporting defense, aerospace, or federal acquisition programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance integration at the portfolio level.
• Experience developing dashboards, executive reports, and performance metrics.
• Strong communication skills with proven success in preparing senior-level materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, MS Project, and related tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s ).
• PMP or DAWIA Program Management certification highly desirable.
• Prior experience supporting U.S. Space Force, Air Force, or DoD acquisition organizations.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Current DoD Secret clearance

Work Location / Schedule:

• This position is hybrid, with regular onsite presence at Los Angeles AFB combined with telework flexibility.

Travel Requirements: 

• Minimal travel (<10%) may be required for conferences, senior leader meetings, or special project support.

USmax Corporation is an award-winning SBA Certified Woman-Owned Small Business and leading provider of innovative professional, technical and enterprise IT services. Our client areas span, security, public safety and healthcare markets. 

Our Commitment to quality and continuous process improvement is demonstrated by our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, and ISO 27001:2013 registrations. We offer complete program life cycle support through a full range of planning, design, implementation, management, and support services. Our services based on trust, quality, efficiency, and innovation drive the mission of our various federal and commercial customers.

USmax is certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Veterans Services as a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Facility and certified as a V3 Certified Employer. USmax is an avid supporter of the men and women who have served our country. This certification recognizes this achievement and furthers our commitment to veterans and their families. 

USmax is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Please see our website to learn more about our employment policies or to request accommodation to enable you to apply for employment.

For more information about USmax or to apply for a position, visit www.usmax.com. 

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