Senior Manager, DoD Acquisition at Airco

About AIRCOAIRCO is a world leader in carbon conversion technology paving the way to global energy security by transforming CO₂ into a valuable resource. Its proprietary AIRMADE Technology is an adaptable platform that allows any industry to efficiently produce high-demand fully-formulated synthetic fuels from waste CO₂ and hydrogen.The company has commercial partnerships with airlines including JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic amongst others and has been awarded multiple government contracts including with NASA and the United States Department of Defenses Defense Innovation Unit. The company has received industry recognition through awards such as Time Best Inventions Inc. Best in Business Fast Company World Changing Ideas and the XPrize for Carbon Removal.AIRCOs many accolades include winning the prestigious Green Chemistry Challenge Award from the Environmental Protection Agency in October 2023 an award given to organizations that reinvent processes to reduce the generation of hazardous substances and byproducts. AIRCO was also declared a winner for the World Economic Forum UpLink Sustainable Aviation Challenge which accelerates the development of promising technology pathways that enable widespread uptake of SAF.The PositionWe are seeking a Senior Manager DoD Acquisition to lead AIRCOs interface with the Department of Defense. This person will own the strategy and execution to move our programs through development and into a formal Program of Record. The role requires deep experience with the DoD acquisition system from the Pentagon to the Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and proven success selling into the military.What you get to doLead AIRCOs overall DoD acquisition strategy for key programs.Own the path from demonstration/prototype through to Program of Record and sustained funding.Lead the transition from prototype to production including structuring and securing a production OTA (or equivalent mechanism) that bridges into a long-term acquisition pathway.Build and manage relationships with relevant offices in OSD Services PEOs program managers and requirements communities.Map out and manage entry points such as SBIR/STRATFI/TACFI OTAs rapid capability offices and other transition pathways.Align AIRCOs technical roadmap and demos with DoD requirements budgeting cycles (POM/PPBE) and operational needs.Work closely with internal engineering product and business teams to shape offerings and documentation for DoD stakeholders.Coordinate proposal development for DoD opportunities (BAAs RFPs OTAs etc.).Work with Program Managers on reporting on program status milestones and risks related to DoD acquisition.Represent AIRCO at relevant DoD and industry events demos and on-site visits.What you bring to AIRCO10 years of prior U.S. military experience and a track record working in either:A DoD organization (e.g. program office PEO requirements or acquisition staff) orA DoD contractor directly selling or delivering to the U.S. military.Direct experience taking a program through development and into a Program of Record or equivalent long-term DoD funding line.Deep working knowledge of the DoD acquisition process including:How decisions are made at the Pentagon and within the ServicesRoles of PEOs PMs requirements and resourcing staffsKey gates milestones and documentation.Strong network across at least one Service (e.g. Air Force Army Navy/USMC) and familiarity with other Services is a plus.Experience coordinating across engineering product finance and legal to support DoD engagements.Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to brief senior military and civilian leaders.Bonus PointsExperience with energy logistics fuel or infrastructure-related programs.Prior work on rapid acquisition experimentation or prototyping efforts.Bachelors degree required; advanced degree in a relevant field (public policy national security engineering business) is a plus.Working at AIRCO - In addition to standard medical and dental benefits that kick in Day 1 we provide:Comprehensive Health BenefitsFull coverage for employee base premiums on health dental and vision insurance.70% coverage for spouse and dependent base premiums.Choose between base plans or enhanced options to fit your needs.Health Savings & FlexibilityAccess company-sponsored HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare and dependent care expenses.Income Protection & InsuranceCompany-paid Short-Term Disability insurance.Optional Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.Time Off & LeaveFlexible and generous paid time off including national holidays and sick leave.Paid family leave to support you during important life moments.Retirement SavingsTax-deferred 401(k) plan with a 3% company match to help you invest in your future.Commuter BenefitsPre-tax savings on transit and parking plus monthly company contributions.Additional PerksAncillary benefits through Sequoia including pet insurance and financial wellness programs.Employee wellness program to support your of Wellhub & One Medical.Company-sponsored events and programs that promote an inclusive and values-driven workplace.In person weekly catered lunch every Wednesday.At AIRCO we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth pregnancy-related conditions and lactation) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status present or past history of intellectual learning mental or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless AIRCO determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At AIRCO we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other rolesThis position requires access to technology software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions due to export controls security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information. Employment in this position is conditioned on the candidates ability to obtain and maintain appropriate government authorization to access technology or information to the extent required including without limitation a security clearance export license or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information.We may delay commencement of employment rescind an offer of employment terminate employment and/or modify job responsibilities compensation benefits and/or access to Company facilities and information systems as we deem appropriate in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.I consent to transfer my data to Air Company in the U.S. and to its use in accordance with the Air Company and I opt in to receiving information from Air Company. Air Company does not sell or share personal information to third parties within the meanings given under applicable laws.Required Experience:Senior Manager Key Skills Eclipse,Bus Driving,General Employment,IT Service Management,Financial Accounting Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1