Akima Logistics Services (ALS) is looking for Deputy Program Manager in the Location Edwards, California. **Responsibilities** + Manages multiple and/or large programs to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. + Manages the work activities for multiple programs to ensure satisfying delivery. + Manages the planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery. + Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and prepares reports to senior management. + Responsible for managing activities of external consultants and/or vendors. + In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles. + Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions. + Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers. Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies + The Deputy SPM (Dep SPM) serves as the interface between the US Government and the company and acts on behalf of the company on matters relating to this contract and shall exercise management and operational control for all KC-46 Test Aircraft requirements accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). + The Deputy SPM serves as the SPM when they are absent and includes all duties and responsibilities held by the SPM. **Qualifications** + An active DoD Secret clearance is required for consideration + 12+ years of experience or 8 years with bachelor's degree; aircraft maintenance management or aircraft program or project management experience required for consideration. **Job ID** 2025-18295 **Work Type** On-Site **Pay Range** $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 **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 Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics 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 ALS, 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** , ALS 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** , ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government. **As an ALS 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. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).