Program Manager – Risk & Opportunity Management

Position Summary

2 Circle Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager with expertise in risk and opportunity management to support Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) weapons programs across development, testing, and production. This position is located at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, and requires on-site support.

The selected candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to Government program leadership, managing risk and opportunity processes, identifying potential program challenges, developing mitigation strategies, and supporting acquisition program execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive DoD weapons acquisition experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate technical challenges into actionable recommendations for Government decision-makers.

***Candidates must have active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility. ***

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the program's risk and opportunity management processes across development, testing, production, and fielding activities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Government program office personnel on programmatic risks, opportunities, and execution challenges.
• Identify, assess, and document potential program risks in coordination with engineering, testing, contracting, and production teams.
• Develop likelihood and consequence assessments and maintain the program's risk register and risk cube.
• Develop and monitor risk mitigation plans, including resourced handling actions and measurable risk reduction criteria.
• Track risk mitigation progress and provide recommendations to address emerging program challenges.
• Prepare and present risk assessments, mitigation progress, and program status updates to Government leadership during program reviews.

Program Management & Coordination

• Support Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) activities.
• Monitor program execution against established acquisition program baselines, identifying potential cost, schedule, and performance concerns.
• Support acquisition milestone reviews, program management reviews, and Government decision-making activities.
• Coordinate with prime contractors, Government organizations, testing agencies, and production stakeholders to address program risks.
• Translate technical issues into potential cost, schedule, and operational capability impacts to support informed Government decisions.
• Identify significant programmatic risks and distinguish critical concerns from routine program execution challenges.

Capability Development & Acquisition Support

• Assess technology and manufacturing readiness as programs transition through development, testing, production, and fielding.
• Evaluate technical, schedule, cost, and manufacturing risks throughout the weapons acquisition life cycle.
• Support acquisition planning, program execution, and risk mitigation strategies for DoD weapons programs.
• Collaborate with engineering and testing teams to evaluate technical challenges and their potential effects on program objectives.
• Provide recommendations to improve program execution, readiness, and overall risk management effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 12 years of professional experience supporting DoD weapons or munitions acquisition programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing formal risk and opportunity management processes within a Government or acquisition program office environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of the weapons acquisition life cycle, including development, developmental testing, operational testing, production, and fielding.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Integrated Master Schedules
  • Schedule Risk Analysis 
  • Earned Value Management 
  • Production and Manufacturing Readiness Assessments
  • DoD acquisition milestone framework
    
    
• Experience developing risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and risk management documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical and programmatic challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior Government leadership.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Candidates must possess an active Secret security clearance, at minimum, and be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Previous experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP)
  
• Candidates currently holding an active TS/SCI clearance are preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to independently assess program risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to distinguish significant programmatic threats from routine operational concerns.
• Proven ability to collaborate with Government personnel, prime contractors, engineering teams, testing organizations, and production stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly, objectively, and confidently to Government leadership.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and support program execution deadlines.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed on-site at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.
• Direct interaction with Government personnel, contractors, and testing organizations is required.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional travel may be required based on program needs.
  

Why 2 Circle?

 

People first!  

At 2 Circle, our culture isn’t just something we talk about, it’s something we live every day. We offer the close‑knit, supportive environment of a small business paired with the robust administrative strength you’d expect from a Fortune 500 company. Unlike organizations that overlook the importance of investing in their employees, we build systems that put our people first. By removing administrative burdens and prioritizing real support, we ensure our team can stay focused on what truly matters: excelling in their roles and delivering unwavering support to the warfighter, while still having the time and energy to be present at home with their families

Compensation and Benefits

2 Circle, Inc. offers a competitive total‑compensation package that reflects the experience and responsibilities of this role and supports employee well‑being across work, home, and community.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with defense‑industry standards.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Flexible work‑scheduling options.
• Education‑assistance programs.
• Charitable‑giving support and military‑reserve leave accommodations.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and flexible‑spending benefits, with a significant portion of costs covered by 2 Circle.
• Performance‑based incentive awards and family‑support programs such as child‑activity sponsorships.

This range represents a good‑faith estimate for compliance with pay‑transparency laws.

 

Our Philosophy

Our people-first culture ensures employees feel valued, supported, equipped, and empowered to excel in their roles and affect change where needed to enhance our Nation’s efforts. By minimizing administrative burdens and investing in meaningful benefits, we create an environment where employees can fully focus on the mission and maintain a healthy balance at home.

2 Circle, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and have difficulty accessing or using our career center due to your disability, you have the right to request an accommodation. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at 2CircleHumanResources@2circleinc.com before or during the application process. We will work with you to ensure equal access and opportunity throughout employment with 2 Circle.

Contact:  

2CircleHumanResources@2circleinc.com  

www.2circleinc.com