Sr. Program Manager (5733)

As Sr. Program Manager, you’ll lead a complex portfolio of Category Management, Strategic Management Planning and Performance Management & Improvement projects for the Air Force’s SAF AA. This role requires expertise in managing large-scale, multi-functional programs focused on current operations and performance throughout the Air Force. The Senior Program Manager will serve as the primary liaison between our team and senior Air Force stakeholders, ensuring project success through strategic oversight, governance, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the SAF AA mission, as well as experience managing federal contracts within the Department of Defense (DoD), particularly within the Air Force.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

• Lead and manage a multi-million-dollar Category Management and Program Oversite Environment supporting the SAF AA mission, ensuring alignment with the National Defense Strategy and Air Force strategic goals.


• Serve as the primary point of contact with senior government stakeholders, including Contracting Officers (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (COR), and Air Force senior leadership.


• Oversee all contract performance activities across multiple task areas, ensuring high-quality deliverables are provided on time and within budget.


• · Develop and execute strategic roadmaps supporting Category Management, supporting data-driven decision making to reduce cost, manage demand, and apply industry best practices.


• Support the development of SAF AA’s strategies, integrating new and emerging technologies to drive thought leadership and decisive decision making.


• Manage cross-functional teams of business analysts, category management specialists, and performance experts to ensure successful project execution and continuous process improvement.


• Oversee portfolio management (PfM) activities, ensuring that customer alignment with investments for mission requirements at optimal risk and cost, supporting both legacy, while driving innovation.


• Ensure all program operations align with federal policies, governance frameworks, and Air Force strategic directives.


• Ability to lead a diverse team of industry partners and manage relationships as a Prime


• Drive thought leadership with a demonstrated ability to connect dots and solve customer challenges.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Active Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred).


• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field


• 10 years of experience in DoD Strategy & Project Management operations (including Cost, schedule and performance), for a multi-faceted approach with a focus on Air Force or DoD programs.


• Proven experience managing large-scale programs ($40M ), particularly within the Air Force or federal contracts.


• Strong expertise in strategic planning, and continuous process improvement techniques.


• In-depth knowledge of Air Force HQ and emerging technologies supporting the DAF.


• Proven experience supporting growth, proposal, and capture efforts including RFP response development, relationship management, business development contractual negotiations

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.

Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

 What we want you to know:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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