Mid-Level IT Project Manager IRES - HSV

Position Title: Mid-Level IT Project Manager

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoW Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

Join our team and play a key role in the future of missile defense! We are seeking technical professionals to support the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) organization. The MDSEA organization is part of Amentum's Missile Defense Division that directly supports the Missile Defense Agency. As a hands-on contributor, your work will be instrumental in developing and sustaining the systems that ensure the efficient, sustainable, and secure operation of our nation's advanced space-based sensing capabilities. This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in a mission-critical environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are a self-starter who excels at solving technical challenges and possesses a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, we want to hear from you. We are looking for a natural problem-solver with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills who is eager to learn, contribute, and collaborate within a technical team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.

The Mid-Level IT Project Manager supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract directly supporting the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) team. The candidate is responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT projects within defined scope, budget, and timeline. This role requires strong self-direction, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to effectively manage project teams and stakeholders and delivered to meet or exceed expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Create and maintain project documentation and plans, to include project timelines, resource allocations, and budgets.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential project challenges.
• Establish project governance and communication protocols.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Agile Transformation: Guide and support the team in its adoption of Agile methodologies, facilitating a smooth transition and fostering an Agile mindset.
• Lead and manage project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, ensuring clear communication and action items.
• Monitor project progress and performance against plan, identifying and addressing deviations.
• Track project budget and expenditures, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
• Manage project risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) to effectively manage projects.

Stakeholder Management:

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.
• Act as a liaison between the IT department and other business units.

Project Closure and Evaluation:

• Ensure project deliverables are completed and meet quality standards.
• Conduct project closure activities, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and stakeholder sign-off.
• Evaluate project performance and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Prepare and present project reports to management.

Other Responsibilities:

• Mentor and coach teams on project management principles and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team empowerment.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in project management.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of project management methodologies and processes.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Lead and motivate project teams, providing guidance and direction.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skil