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Red Gate Group AIRC Program Management Lead in Arlington, Virginia
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Using the right technical skills, unique methodologies, best practices, and integrated technology, we help clients implement bold solutions. New approaches to emerging and evolving threats. Non-traditional ways to overcome entrenched obstacles. Advantage through opportunity. If you have a serious challenge or problem, we can help you solve it. The below job description provides details on how this role will help to serve our clients.
Join The Red Gate Group as an AIRC Program Management Lead supporting the Acquisition Policy & Innovation Directorate within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition and Sustainment) (OUSD(A&S)). In this pivotal role, you will provide critical administrative and management support to the Director of the Acquisition Innovation Research Center (AIRC), overseeing an annual mission valued at approximately $5M.
Your responsibilities will include coordinating and executing program management tools and processes, tracking key tasks, and providing executive oversight to ensure the successful implementation of AIRC programs, pilots, and projects. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to prepare briefings, reports, and updates for Defense senior leaders and Congressional staff.
In addition to these core duties, you will:
Coordinate data accessibility for research purposes and ensure research outcomes are effectively communicated to stakeholders and senior leaders.
Produce an annual electronic Compendium of AIRC projects, highlighting project objectives, methodologies, and results.
Monitor project requests for alignment with DoD priorities and recommend appropriate actions to the Director, AIRC.
Support the planning and execution of project symposiums and meetings to foster collaboration between Defense Acquisition leaders and academia.
Ideal candidates will possess strong program management skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in utilizing various software tools including Microsoft Office suite, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation in defense research and contribute to shaping future defense acquisition strategies.
If you are ready to take on a challenging role that makes a direct impact on national defense objectives, apply now to become our next AIRC Program Management Lead.
Required Experience & Skills
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Program Management Experience
Understanding of UARC and FFRDC Management
Able to effectively brief Flag Officers, General Officers, Senior Executive Service members
At least two years experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Explorer, Edge, SharePoint, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat Professional
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Adobe Acrobat Professional, A&S Intranet and SharePoint sites, DoD Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS).
Experience developing and maintaining SOPs
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