Sr Project Manager

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.

Are you looking to use your expert leadership and project management skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As a Sr Project Manager, you will manage high-risk, high-complexity projects with multiple deliverables from design through to release and closeout. You will develop and execute project plans, schedules, and budgets while ensuring all project requirements are met. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle and may include managing direct reports or a larger support staff.

Responsibilities:

• Manage high-risk, high-complexity projects with multiple deliverables from initiation to closeout.

• Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

• Identify and allocate necessary resources for project success.

• Interface with internal and external customers or field-based employees on technical matters.

• Oversee all aspects of the project lifecycle, including proposal development, planning, scope, design, execution, delivery, and closeout.

• Track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators.

• Prepare reports to keep stakeholders informed of project status.

• Ensure agility and flexibility in project management to accommodate frequent changes.

• Manage direct reports or coordinate with a larger support staff to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administrator or a related field.

• 6+ years of experience in project management and/or in a related or technical field.

• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience is required.

• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

• Proficiency with advanced project management tools and software.

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.

• Proficient in leading a team of at least 5 either directly or indirectly.   

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

• Demonstrated experience in managing a highly complex project and its various parts; proposal development, contract negotiation, resource management, engineering development, operations and production, test through delivery and contract closeout.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical skills & capability to meet schedules.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Managing projects requiring Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Ability to obtain / maintain Top Secret clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

• Experience managing projects requiring Earned Value Management.

• Experience managing project scope and scope creep during project execution.

• Experience in resource planning and