Government Liaison and Strategic Program Execution Director Job Listing at SAIC in Hanscom Air Force Base, MA (Job ID 2412981)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a seasoned leader to serve as the Government Liaison and Strategic Program Execution Director at Hanscom AFB.  The successful candidate will play a critical role in interfacing with U.S. government leaders to shape strategic initiatives and oversee program execution. This director-level position is central to enforcing SAIC's strategic objectives at Hanscom AFB, managing government relations, and driving a partnership with the University of Massachusetts Lowell to develop a talent pipeline that delivers highly skilled candidates to SAIC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Leadership and Government Engagement:
  • Act as the senior SAIC executive representative for U.S. government officials at Hanscom AFB.
  • Cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with military and civilian stakeholders to bolster program advancement and meet strategic goals.
  • Direct strategic guidance to SAIC's executive leadership reflecting the government's evolving needs, mission priorities, and industry dynamics.
  • Command SAIC's presence in high-level meetings, briefings, and government events, adeptly promoting our strategic interests.
• Strategic Program Oversight and Delivery:
  • Lead the design, implementation, and realization of SAIC's programs at Hanscom AFB, aligning them with customer specifications and strategic objectives of the company.
  • Assess program metrics, managing risks, and leveraging opportunities with a proactive stance.
  • Enable cross-functional collaboration within SAIC to maintain program congruity and deliver operational excellence.
• Strategic Talent Acquisition and Development:
  • Steer engagements with the University of Massachusetts Lowell to ensure a consistent and qualified stream of recruits.
  • Partner with educational bodies to tailor academic programs that meet the precise requirements of the industry, increasing the readiness and suitability of graduates.
  • Initiate and support cooperative programs, internships, and other ventures aimed at securing exceptional talent for SAIC.
• Innovation and Thought Leadership:
  • Keep abreast of technological breakthroughs, policy modifications, and strategic movements within the defense sector to guide strategic planning.
  • Champion an ethos of innovation within the organization, motivating the development of inventive solutions to the multifaceted challenges presented by government clientele.

Work Location and Travel:

• Work Location will be considered a hybrid remote role with a requirement for consistent on-site presence in the offices at Hanscom AFB.
• May require occasional travel to different SAIC locations, government offices, and academic institutions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum of eighteen (18) years of experience with a bachelor's degree or sixteen (16) years of experience with a Master's degree. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 
• Demonstrable experience in a high-level leadership and strategic management capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of Department of Defense operations and policies, bolstered by a minimum of ten (10) years of direct U.S. Air Force experience.
• Proven track record in forging and maintaining strategic relationships at high levels of government.
• Superior communication aptitude, with an established history of effectively articulating complex matters to a broad audience.
• Experienced in program management principles, including adeptness in risk management, scheduling, and efficient resource allocation.
• Proven collaboration with educational institutions and a commitment to advancing workforce development programs.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance Required

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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