F-35 Program Risk Manager, F-35 JPO Directorate of Acquisition & Integration (Hybrid Telework)

Serco - Arlington, VA

Part-time - Senior

Arlington, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The F-35 Program Risk Manager at Serco plays a crucial role in supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office (JPO) by coordinating risk management activities throughout the program's acquisition lifecycle. This position involves providing analytical, technical, and administrative support to ensure effective risk management practices are implemented across various program management offices and functional organizations. The role requires collaboration with key stakeholders to deliver quality F-35 systems while maintaining compliance with Department of Defense guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Directly support the JPO Risk Management function for overall coordination of activities supporting F-35 Program Risk management.
• Provide recommended changes and updates to the JPO Joint Risk Management Plan, processes, and/or instructions for the F-35 Program.
• Review and make recommendations concerning the Prime Contractor's Risk Management Plan (RMP) to ensure consistency with OSD's guidelines.
• Review and Audit the F-35 Program management databases to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide recommended business processes to improve standardization of risk data.
• Ensure adequate configuration control of the F-35 Risk databases.
• Develop and track overall risks and management metrics as required.
• Coordinate with F-35 JPO Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads to prepare and review presentation materials for various risk venues.
• Attend various weekly meetings related to risk management as required.
• Generate and distribute risk data to all PMOs/Functionals/Directorates for awareness and updates.

Requirements

• An active DoD Secret clearance.
• Master's Degree in a relevant discipline or a Bachelor's Degree plus 4 years of additional work experience.
• At least ten (10) years' experience in program management, technical, or business analysis discipline related to weapon systems acquisition.
• A minimum of six (6) years of recent work experience related to analysis and planning.
• At least three (3) years in support of a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP).
• Leadership experience in US Service-related military operations or defense acquisition program management.
• Knowledge of DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000.2 and related guidelines.
• Ability to provide subject matter expertise to support the F-35 program.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Active Risk Manager (ARM) software.
• Familiarity with financial management and total ownership cost determination.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities