Program Manager - Air Force Operational Test & Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) - 26996

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Date: Feb 4, 2026

Location: Nellis AFB, NV, Nevada, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26996 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $132,681.00 - $180,065.60 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Management 

 

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Program Manager to support the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) at Nellis AFB, NV. While based at Nellis, this role provides program leadership and oversight for personnel and operational test activities distributed across AFOTEC detachments at Kirtland AFB (NM), Eglin AFB (FL), Hill AFB (UT), and Edwards AFB (CA). AFOTEC conducts independent operational test and evaluation of Air Force systems to determine their operational effectiveness and suitability. This role leads program execution, stakeholder coordination, and technical oversight for complex test, evaluation, and reporting activities supporting AFOTEC’s mission.

 

The Program Manager will oversee multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations, manage program performance, ensure high‑quality deliverables, and maintain strong relationships with government customers, subcontractors, and technical partners. This position requires a leader who can balance strategic program direction with hands‑on oversight in a dynamic operational test environment.

Impact

Your leadership directly supports AFOTEC’s mission to evaluate Air Force systems under realistic operational conditions. You will help ensure that new and modernized capabilities delivered to the warfighter are safe, effective, and ready for operational use. Your work strengthens decision‑making at the highest levels of the Air Force and contributes to the advancement of next‑generation combat capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead overall program execution supporting AFOTEC operational test and evaluation activities from Nellis AFB.
  • Manage personnel and coordinate test efforts across multiple AFOTEC detachments, including Kirtland AFB, Eglin AFB, Hill AFB, and Edwards AFB.
  • Oversee a diverse workforce of engineers, analysts, SMEs, and operational testers supporting AFOTEC missions.
  • Serve as the primary interface with AFOTEC leadership, test directors, operational units, and government stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely delivery of all contract deliverables, reports, test documentation, and program artifacts.
  • Maintain high Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) ratings through quality execution and proactive communication.
  • Manage subcontractors, teaming partners, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Lead staffing planning, recruiting, interviewing, and personnel assignments to meet program requirements.
  • Develop and manage program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance in coordination with a program controller.
  • Support proposal development, capture activities, and follow‑on business opportunities related to AFOTEC and operational test programs.
  • Conduct program reviews, briefings, and performance updates for both HII leadership and government customers.
  • Ensure implementation of quality assurance processes and compliance with all contract, security, and reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate with test teams to support planning, execution, data collection, analysis, and reporting for operational test events.

What you must have

Education & Experience (One of the following):

  • 6 years of relevant progressive experience with a Bachelor’s degree
  • 4 years of relevant progressive experience with a Master’s degree
  • 10 years of relevant progressive experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent
Background & Technical Knowledge
  • Prior experience managing large, complex Air Force or DoD programs.
  • Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams in a test, evaluation, training, or operational environment.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating across multiple government and industry partners.
  • Strong understanding of program management principles, financial oversight, and contract execution.
  • Ability to lead in a servant‑leader capacity, fostering collaboration, communication, and mission focus.
Credentials
  • PMP certification or DAWIA equivalent.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to maintain clearance throughout employment.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience supporting AFOTEC, AFLCMC, AFAMS, or other USAF test and evaluation organizations.
  • Background in operational test, developmental test, or operational analysis.
  • Experience in aviation, distributed training, or USAF operational mission areas.
  • Prior service as an Air Force aviator or operational warfighter (Active Duty, ANG, or AFRC).
  • Graduate of a USAF or DoD Senior Service School.
  • Prior experience at the O‑6, GS‑15, or equivalent leadership level.

Physical Requirements

  • May require visits to test ranges, aircraft, or industrial environments.
  • Typically not required to lift more than 40 pounds above three feet.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.