Assistant Program Manager (APM)

Experience: 10 years of relevant program management experience, or 5 years of other relevant experience.

Work Schedule: Full-Time; in office location, onsite; 5 days per week

Location: Orlando, FL (CPE STRI)

Security Clearance: Secret

Travel Required: 15-20% (local, CONUS, OCONUS)

Job Summary:

CPE STRI Live Training Systems (LTS) is seeking a highly skilled project manager to support its efforts in delivering advanced simulation, testing, and training solutions for military operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in project management to support efforts in the LTS program. Capability development experience and prior experience working with ATEC (Army Test and Evaluation Command) is also highly desirable for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will serve as an Assistant Product Manager (APM) assigned to the PdM Live Training System (LTS) program office under PM TRADE within CPE STRI located in Orlando, FL.

• You will assist with overseeing and managing all phases acquisition life cycle to include definition, development, design, integration, test and evaluation, acquisition and contracts strategies, contract management, cost estimation, scheduling, production, etc.
  
• You will effectively lead, integrate and coordinate disparate functional groups and develop a cohesive team capable of successfully handling complex problems encountered.

• You will assist in preparing briefs to Army Senior Leaders and other stakeholders.

• You will help prepare program budget estimates, develop work breakdown structures, build program schedules, manage risks, assist in program planning and help coordinate post-award activities.

• You will coordinate preparation of program acquisition/integration documentation and ensure tasks executed/contracts let awarded are in accordance with appropriate guidelines and that the program stays within controls.

• You will work with PdM LTS leadership to communicate program information across the CPE and other relevant organizations to facilitate leveraging opportunities.

• You will assist in ensuring the program acquisition strategy, program of record and execution meet user requirements and are executable with acceptance.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 10 years of relevant program management experience, or 5 years of experience with a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Working understanding of hardware and software development, integration, test, and assessment life cycles.
• Security Clearance: Active SECRET clearance (mandatory).
• Problem-Solving Skills: Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in high-stakes, mission-critical systems.
• Ability to work in a classified environment.
• Strong analytical and professional writing skills for producing critical reports.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team, including with military personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DAWIA Level 3 - Program Management
• Experience in both classified and unclassified testing environments
• Experience with DAU-related policies and standards
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Why Join Thompson Gray?

Thompson Gray is a 100% employee owned company and a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.

Here's what makes Thompson Gray special:

• Competitive pay based on your qualifications

• Excellent benefits, including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance 401(k) plan with employer match

• Additional perks:

• TG Swag – receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home

• Dependent Scholarship Program – supporting the education of employees' children

• Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education Professional Development opportunities

• Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 11 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling

• Annual donation to the charity of your choice

• Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our memorable annual holiday party

Join Thompson Gray and become part of a dynamic team committed to excellence, innovation, and community.

Thompson Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Thompson Gray, Inc. welcomes minority and veteran applicants.