Intern-Project Planning, Scheduling and Control

Job Description:

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is seeking a part-time Intern to learn a variety of project administration support services involving data review, reporting, project coordination, risk, configuration management, and other related duties supporting Project Planning, Schedule and Control and individual Project/Program Manager(s). Providing support in planning, managing, and monitoring projects through its life cycle at the NASA Neil A. Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. The successful applicant will live within a reasonable commuting distance from NASA AFRC and capable of supporting in person for face-to-face training and mentoring.

This is an onsite position at NASA Neil A. Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California. Candidates must be local to Edwards, CA.

Salary is $21-$26/hr

Responsibilities:

• Will work closely with various Project Support and Configuration Management Office Staff and various Project Team Members to learn how to coordinate projects; develop schedules, reporting criteria and records; research and compile statistics and data for projects; and may assist in writing narratives for reports at AFRC.
• Will learn to identify and discuss potential resolutions to issues in an effort to eliminate or mitigate the occurrence of consequences that may impact the success of the project.
• Will learn to monitor project timeline; track document submissions; create, monitor and maintain audit files.
• Will learn how to prepare monthly reports with associated footnotes; evaluate and monitor the performance and efficiency of projects to ensure that implementation is on target.
• Will learn the Configuration Management process and procedures to maintain configuration control of aircraft fleet.
• Will learn how to work as a Contractor within a Civil Service environment, balancing home office requirements with job duties.

Requirements:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.
• The successful candidate will have a strong desire to learn scheduling, risk, and configuration management support for multiple project management styles and the ability to work within a diverse project team.
• Ability to work closely with specified personnel to facilitate effective planning and execution of critical objectives in a timely manner and adherence to plans and schedules.
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.