[Hiring] Project Manager @HII's Mission Technologies division

Role Description

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a remote Project Manager to support our customers in the Department of Defense Geographic Combatant Commands (GCC). The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of defense industry contract management practices.

What you will do:

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation, in collaboration with project teams and key stakeholders.
• Resource Management: Effectively allocate and manage resources across multiple projects to optimize productivity and deliver results within defined constraints.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess risks associated with the program and individual projects, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize their impact.
• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial guidelines, providing regular reports to stakeholders and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures and ensure compliance with contract requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines to deliver high-quality deliverables.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a diverse team of project managers, engineers, analysts, and other professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress, track project milestones, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, including reporting requirements, deliverables, and any applicable regulations or legal obligations.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous process improvement initiatives, identify areas for enhancement, and implement best practices to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
• Additional duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• 6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant progressive experience.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar role, preferably within the defense industry or government contracting.
• Strong knowledge of defense industry practices, regulations, and contractual requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-year contracts with greater than $20M annual revenue and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, stakeholders, and team members at all levels.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with a focus on delivering projects within defined constraints.
• Sound financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a track record of managing risks and making timely, informed judgments.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in managing Defense Aerospace or Airborne ISR contracts.
• 3+ years of experience managing Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) type contracts supporting the Department of Defense.
• 3+ years of experience with using Smartsheet in managing projects and utilization of Office365 products to flatten communications with a geographically dispersed organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from Project Management Institute (PMI) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Program Management certification.
• Clearance: Possess and maintain a Secret or higher (TS/SCI).

Benefits

• Competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
• Life insurance and employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
• Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions.