The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to support for our government customer at Wright Patterson Airforce Base in Dayton, OH. **This opportunity has the potential to include telework and/or remote support. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with technical and program management activities including AF budget/financial assessment and support obligation and expenditure reporting to include communicating with financial support staff; and contract development, management, and reporting to include verification of deliverables against contracts; procuring/receiving supplies/equipment; technical writing; noting and reporting program contractual discrepancies; communicating and coordinating contractual activities to appropriate parties. Assist designated 711HPW/RHB technical professionals and management collecting procurement requirements, developing procurement packages, and disseminating information to include, project/program briefings, cut-off dates for submitting supply and equipment requirements, and changes or proposed changes to procedures affecting AFRL/711HPW supply support services. Assist with compliance of policies, procedures, standards, and regulations in support of the 711HPW contracting and procurement processes. Assist in drafting a WBS along with engineering plans and assist with technical execution for each effort. Assist with contracting and procurement data maintenance created for Government use or legally controlled by the Government in support of the functional activity, or required by AF publication, IAW with the AF records management procedures in AF Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Communications and Information and the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule. Support the maintenance and updates of 711HPW/RH Project File System. Provide and maintain purchase transaction statistics to resource managers and program management, as requested. Assist with budget tracking, guidance of schedule, and assessing the performance of bench level engineering. Provide capability to collect, analyze and appraise acquisition data required to draw conclusions and work with the 711HPW/RHB portfolio program managers to devise solutions to problems relating to improvement of acquisition effectiveness and compliance. Assist with drafting of technical writing, to include but not limited to, technical reports, proposals, presentations, and deliverables. Perform and complete assignments involving work with multi-disciplinary and dynamic groups. Establish and maintain a constant and effective working relationship within the division, the directorate, 711 HPW, MAJCOMs, Air Staff, academia, business, and industry customers, partners and stakeholders for coordination, support, and changes to the scope of assigned work. Provide briefings and tours related to designated work. The contractor employee shall maintain effective working relationships with principal investigators, other program managers, researchers and support staff involved in the acquisition of medical systems and conduct of medical research. Recommend solutions to improve processes and maximize mission accomplishment through efficient utilization of resources, assist with resource estimates for solutions for DoD modernization needs, and provide resource analysis support for execution of research and development projects.
REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess acquisition or engineering project/program manager background, with at least 5 years' demonstrated experience supporting acquisition programs for the Department of Defense (DoD). Must possess at least 2 years' demonstrated experience managing military system development programs, including performing design reviews, risk management strategies, DoD stakeholder engagement, and advanced technology or system demonstration, test, and evaluation. Must possess proven ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences (technical, sensitive, controversial), including experience delivering briefings to senior military leaders and supporting project/program reviews. Must demonstrate strong listening skills, attention to nonverbal cues, and proactive identification and resolution of communication issues. Must possess the ability to create clear and concise technical reports and presentations, ensuring accuracy and clarity in conveying complex information. Must possess a working knowledge of industry acumen to assist with compliance of policies, procedures, standards, and regulations in support of the DAF. Must possess the technical and analytical ability to define or recognize the dimension of the problems involved, to collect the necessary data to establish the facts, and recommend action based upon application or interpretation of established guidelines. Must demonstrate the following work characteristics:
ability to work independently and complete tasks without extensive guidance; attention to detail; extensive organizational skills & ability to set and achieve goals; initiative in performing tasks; ability to follow-up complex projects; ability to professionally interact with all levels of personnel. Must be proficient in Microsoft software programs for example Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, and Project. Must be able to be granted a Secret Clearance, with the Contractor initiating the investigation immediately upon award. Must be willing and able to sign an NDA.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Possesses ten (10+) years of DoD Engineer experience. Possesses five (5+) years of DoD Program management experience. Familiarity with military and medical terminology demonstrated by experience.
REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:
- Must be U.S. citizens. For the purpose of base and network access, possession of a permanent resident card ("Green Card") does not equate to U.S. citizenship.
- Must have active Secret Clearance.
The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees "EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans" The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship. For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com #LI-JS1 #ClearanceJobs |
Kapili Services, LLC
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Jul 17, 2025