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Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Software Program Manager

ACT1 Federal
Lakehurst, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/27/2026

Position Title: Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Software Program Manager

Location: Lakehurst, NJ

Category: Funded

Schedule (FT/PT): FT

Travel Required: Minimal

Shift: Day

Remote Type: On-site

Clearance required: Active secret

Division: International Cooperation

Salary Range: $130,000-155,000

About ACT1: ACT1 Federal advances our Nation’s and Allies’ missions by taking ACTION! We provide mission operations support, technical services, and innovative solutions by leveraging our talented workforce. By doing so, we are making the world a better, safe and more productive and inclusive place.

Job Description: ACT1 provides program management support services to Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) programs at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Lakehurst to assist in developing, fielding, and sustaining current and next generation aircraft launch and recovery systems. This position provides software management support for the Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) program.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the Prime Contractor’s development, test, and release of AAG software
  • Ensure operational requirements are properly captured in software build plans
  • Lead progress reviews of software program milestones, resource allocation, and execution
  • Identify software issues and provide leadership in developing solutions
  • Assist the AAG program team in developing contract requirements and evaluating proposals
  • Draft acquisition program documents, plans and support major milestone decision reviews
  • Manage recurring and ad hoc program reporting requirements
  • Provide support for the preparation, coordination, execution, and evaluation of program management reviews

  • DoD Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
  • 10 years of experience in software development with at least five years in military systems
  • Experience leading all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle
  • Expertise in software development principles, concepts, theory, and practices including applying Agile/Scrum processes
  • Experience with release/project tracking tools, configuration-controlled software delivery, formal configuration management, and traceable releases across multiple system configurations
  • Experience applying EVM metrics to track contract cost, schedule, and technical health performance
  • Proficiency with the DoD 5000 series lifecycle framework
  • Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Possess senior level Program Management skills relating to task, schedule and people
  • Be able to effectively operate with Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) policies and processes, with an understanding of how to effectively work within the constraints of NAVAIR financial, staffing, and contracting systems

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 
  • ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Company Paid Short-Term Disability  
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability 
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) 
  • 401K with employer match 
  • Paid Time Off  
  • Paid Holidays 
  • Parental Leave 
  • Military Leave 
  • Education, Training & Professional Development 
  • Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care 
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection 

 
 

https://act1federal.com/careers/ 

 

Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Salary : $130,000 - $155,000

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