This episode of The Contracting Experience features Shane Boulware, Program Manager, for Airborne Warning and Control System E-3 Modernization Branch, Hanscom Air Force Base. In addition to his full-time civilian job, Boulware is also a reservist in the contracting career field at the Defense Contract Management Agency, National Capital Region. Boulware offers insights into the similarities and differences between the two career fields and emphasizes the importance of their collaboration for mission success. Additionally, he talks about the critical nature of teamwork and communication between program managers and contracting professionals, illustrating how joint efforts drive innovation and efficiency in defense projects. Acronyms: AAF – Adaptive Acquisition Framework AFLCMC – Air Force Life Cycle Management Center AFFARS – Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement AWACS – Airborne Warning and Control System CO – Contracting Officer DFARS – Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement FAR – Federal Acquisition Regulation FM – Financial Management JA – Judge Advocate PGI – Procedures, Guidance, and Information PM – Program Management If you would like to share feedback on the podcast, please submit via [email protected]. Register at https://www.dvidshub.net/ to access transcripts of the podcast.