Deputy Project Manager Engineer - Strategic Weapons Control
About The Position
As a Deputy Project Manager Engineer for Future Delivery Systems & Payloads (FDSP) within Strategic Weapons Control, you will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for designing and deploying modernization initiatives for the country’s strategic submarine fleet. The position is fully on-site in Pittsfield, with the option to work from home a couple of days per week. The role is part of the Pittsfield Strategic Weapon Control Systems Engineering team. The work involves project leadership and engineering in complex programs, including applying project management principles such as SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls. The successful candidate will contribute to a research-oriented environment alongside teams developing solutions for national security. The salary range is USD $122,785 to $136,215 per year; actual pay may vary based on experience and other factors. The posting remains open until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree plus at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance in a reasonable amount of time and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Proven organizational and time-management skills.
- Proven communication skills, including the ability to clearly report relevant information and communicate project topics to a diverse audience.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team, resolve conflict, and handle some negotiations.
- Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments.
- Proficient project management skills and knowledge of project life cycles, including agile.
- Fully proficient understanding of company policies and practices, engineering processes and practices, and planning and organization.
- Fully proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite tools and Microsoft Project.
- Ability to apply or develop highly advanced technologies, principles, theories, and concepts.
- Ability to understand and apply project leadership principles, including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls for complex programs.
- Proactive leadership, with name recognition throughout the business unit.
- Ability to create an environment in which the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized.
Nice To Haves
- Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards.
- Clear understanding of requirements management and system modeling tools.
- Creative thinker who can quickly grasp and apply new information and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity.
- Collaborative team player who values team success.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for self and others.
- Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and deployment of modernization initiatives for the country’s strategic submarine fleet as part of a cross-functional team.
- Apply project leadership principles, including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls for complex programs.
- Communicate project issues, impacts, corrective actions, and relevant information to diverse audiences.
- Anticipate technology, process, and skill needs.
- Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible time off
- Paid parental leave
- Healthcare benefits
- Health and wellness programs
- Employee resource and social groups
- Flexible schedules, including an optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Flexible work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
