Communications & Technology Lifecycle Program Manager

Job Title:  Communications & Technology Lifecycle Program Manager
Location:  Maxwell AFB, AL 
Reports To:  Ryanne Benavidez, Director of Logistics
FLSA Status:  Exempt
Required Travel:  Yes, <=10%
Typical Hours:  40 Hours/Week
Contractor:  No                                      
FLSA Status:  Exempt
Salary:  $70,200 – $90,200
Validation/Review Date:  10 July 2025

SUMMARY: 

The Communication and Technology Lifecycle Program Manager oversees the lifecycle of mission-critical communications systems, remote sensors, and small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) to support geographically distributed units and operations across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Responsible for developing and implementing policies, processes, procedures, standards, and strategies for the maintenance and disposition of assets in alignment with the corporation’s goals and objectives. Oversees daily activities of the Electronic Systems Maintenance Technicians and collaborates closely with other support/enabling functions to ensure accurate inventory control and accountability, optimal stock level management, and precise inventory movement tracking to efficiently support the field and operational program managers. The Communication and Technology Lifecycle Program Manager is ultimately responsible for coordinating with CAP communications and operations staffs on maintenance trends to gauge the success of the maintenance program as part of the larger effort to optimize CAP’s operational capability. Evaluates program performance and identifies opportunities for improvement to drive constant program enhancement. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises a team of paid staff members responsible for providing communication and technology capabilities to support CAP’s strategic goals and initiatives in alignment with the mission, vision, and core values.

• Provides leadership and coaching to the Communication & Technology team; empowers staff, manages performance, activities, and priorities while fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Systems/Electronic Technology or extensive electronics systems maintenance experience. 

• Experience managing geographically dispersed property.

• High-level interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with people at all levels of the organization and across a range of different backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a broad scope of audiences. 

• Federal Grants and 2 CFR 200 experience desired. 

• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Access and PowerBI is preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• A visionary mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and translate them into actionable strategies.

• Professional logistics, supply chain, and property management certifications preferred.

• Valid state driver’s license

To apply, visit our website at www.gocivilairpatrol.com to complete and submit our required online employment application.   A resume may be submitted in addition to a completed employment application via email to employment@capnhq.gov   This position does not offer a relocation package. In this position, Civil Air Patrol provides 401(k) retirement plan, health/dental insurance, paid life insurance, sick/vacation leave, paid holidays, optional short/long term disability, vision, critical insurance, accident insurance, and a flexible spending account.  Salary:  $ 70,200 - $90,200.  Closing date:  10 July 2025.  No phone calls, please.  EOE