Program Director
Akima Systems Engineering
Huntsville, AL · Posted February 24, 2026
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About the job
Akima Facilities Operations is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Director to lead and manage large-scale contingency response task orders. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive managerial expertise and a proven ability to oversee complex operations in dynamic and austere environments. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Army logistics , contingency planning, and program execution, ensuring mission success under challenging conditions.
Position is contingent upon contract award
Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and direction for global contingency response task orders supporting military and humanitarian operations.
Develop and implement comprehensive contingency plans and operational strategies.
Coordinate with military personnel, federal and foreign government agencies, contractors, and vendors (CONUS and OCONUS).
Ensure timely , compliant, and effective execution of all task orders.
Monitor project performance, manage risks, and ensure contractual compliance.
Lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Maintain situational awareness of military operations, logistics trends, and evolving requirements.
Oversee logistics , life support, and sustainment services in remote or hostile locations.
Plan, develop, and participate in senior-level exercises with customers and approved stakeholders.
Ensure all operations adhere to U.S. Army regulations, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Management, Logistics, or related field ( Master’s preferred).
Minimum 15 years of program management experience , with a strong focus on Army logistics and contingency operations.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex task orders for military or government clients.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to operate effectively under pressure in high-stakes environments.
Prior military or civilian experience with Department of Defense operations, procedures, and logistics systems.
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Experience managing logistics and support services in austere or conflict zones.
Preferred Skills
Prior experience supporting global contingency response programs or similar large-scale logistics contracts.
Knowledge of international operations, global logistics , supply chain management, and contract compliance.
Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with military and civilian stakeholders.
Job ID
2026-21797 Work Type
On-Site Pay Range
$170,000 - $220,000 Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.
As an AFO employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Provide overall leadership and direction for global contingency response task orders supporting military and humanitarian operations.
Develop and implement comprehensive contingency plans and operational strategies.
Coordinate with military personnel, federal and foreign government agencies, contractors, and vendors (CONUS and OCONUS).
Ensure timely , compliant, and effective execution of all task orders.
Monitor project performance, manage risks, and ensure contractual compliance.
Lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Maintain situational awareness of military operations, logistics trends, and evolving requirements.
Oversee logistics , life support, and sustainment services in remote or hostile locations.
Plan, develop, and participate in senior-level exercises with customers and approved stakeholders.
Ensure all operations adhere to U.S. Army regulations, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Management, Logistics, or related field ( Master’s preferred).
Minimum 15 years of program management experience , with a strong focus on Army logistics and contingency operations.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex task orders for military or government clients.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to operate effectively under pressure in high-stakes environments.
Prior military or civilian experience with Department of Defense operations, procedures, and logistics systems.
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Experience managing logistics and support services in austere or conflict zones.
Preferred Skills
Prior experience supporting global contingency response programs or similar large-scale logistics contracts.
Knowledge of international operations, global logistics , supply chain management, and contract compliance.
Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with military and civilian stakeholders.