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ProSidian Consulting · 13 hours ago

Program Manager (Operation & Support [O&S] Independent Cost Estimating & Model Support) [AFCAA0009008]

1515 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 410, Pentagon Sity, Washington DC, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

ProSidian Consulting is a Management and Operations Consulting Services firm that delivers value to clients through tailored solutions. They are seeking a Program Manager to provide leadership and management for O&S legacy cost model support and independent cost estimates in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, ensuring compliance with standards and overseeing project deliverables.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Provide Operation & Support (O&S) Legacy Cost Model Support and Independent Cost Estimates at Air Force Cost Analysis Agency (AFCAA), Joint Base Andrews, Maryland

Serve as primary engagement lead for AFCAA O&S Division (SAF/FMCY); manage scope, schedule, and deliverables under BPA/task-order direction

Establish and execute project governance: kickoff, weekly status, quarterly reviews; manage action items and priority shifts

Implement Quality Control Plan (QCP) and peer review cadence for cost models, documentation, and briefings; ensure AFCAA format compliance

Oversee NDA execution and secure data-access coordination; enforce data-handling procedures for unclassified/classified outputs (NIPR/SIPR as directed)

Manage resourcing (up to five analysts/year), workload balancing, and surge support across legacy annual estimates and ICE/NACA/SCP tasks

Coordinate stakeholder engagements and estimate reconciliation activities with program offices and OSW CAPE/DAF reviewers as required

Maintain risk register; identify schedule/quality/people/data risks and implement mitigations; report issues to COR/technical lead

Ensure rapid response posture (e.g., one-business-day turnaround for requested drafts, briefings, or supporting documentation)

Deliver program management reporting (monthly status, expenditure log, travel plan, open/closed tasks) and support CPARS performance objectives

Qualification

Cost estimating experienceAerospaceDefense knowledgeProject management experienceAFI 65-508 knowledgeExcel-based cost modelsStakeholder managementPeople leadershipTechnical writingCommunication skills

Required

Minimum 3+ years managing projects of comparable scope/complexity (multi-estimate O&S support with recurring deliverables)

Minimum 8+ years cost estimating/cost analysis experience (DoD/DAF context), with demonstrated O&S estimating leadership

Working knowledge of AFI 65-508-aligned cost analysis expectations; ability to enforce rigorous, complete, and repeatable technical and cost analysis

Familiarity with DAF/DoD cost-estimating governance and review cycles (e.g., sustainment review support, cost review boards, CAPE coordination)

Experience managing Excel-based cost models and ensuring full traceability (data pedigree, normalization, methods, assumptions, phasing)

Bachelor's degree (STEM, economics, operations research, business, or related) or equivalent demonstrated experience

Project leadership experience in cost analysis or sustainment analytics programs supporting DAF/DoD stakeholders

Ability to lead teams operating with government-furnished templates/standards and to deliver audit-ready documentation packages

Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word; proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytics tools, and Visio; and able to quickly learn other tools as needed

Preferred

Formal PM training/certification (e.g., PMP) and/or DoD acquisition/cost-estimating coursework

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: The pay range is competitive and includes health benefits, pre-tax employee benefits, and incentives.

Group Medical / Dental / Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with providers to offer eligible employees a range of medical and dental plans, including high-deductible health plans and PPOs, as well as plans for high and low vision.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: The 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans let eligible employees save for retirement with various investment options and support from a financial planner.

Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees can use PTO for vacations, doctor's appointments, or personal events.

Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs are premium-only plans (POPs) that provide eligible employees with a comprehensive Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and associated tax benefits.

Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We aim for your financial success with a Purchasing Discounts and Savings Plan via the Corporate Perks Benefit Program, offering eligible employees discounts on everyday products and services.

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, a security clearance is necessary for engagement teams managing sensitive work in the Federal Marketplace.

ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian can offer up to $5,000 for referrals who stay employed for 90 days, based on candidates submitted through our Referral Program.

Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting work, performance incentives are tied to each new client that employees assist in pursuing and supporting.

Flexible Spending Account: FSAs let you pre-tax cover eligible healthcare and daycare costs.

Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you can choose supplemental life insurance.

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to offer income protection during your recovery from a disability.