Project Coordinator SME

Ost • Huntsville, AL

400d • $85,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Project Coordinator SME at OST, Inc. plays a crucial role in supporting life cycle project management activities for various defense-related projects. This position involves coordinating project activities across multiple functional domains, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with DoD acquisition processes. The role requires strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage project schedules, costs, and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• PMP/DAWIAA Level III Certification
• 10+ years of experience in project management
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs
• Top Secret Clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Process and Procedures
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to execute projects within financial and time constraints.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of Integrated Product Teams to support life cycle project management activities for training simulators and related systems.
• Provide technical input to acquisition documents required per DoD guidelines.
• Coordinate project activities across engineering, logistics, financial management, and contracts.
• Offer expert-level advice to the Project Director and IPT members regarding program acquisition and execution.
• Track cost, schedule, and performance for a portfolio of projects; prepare documentation for technical and programmatic reviews.
• Identify and provide input to the project director for risk management and contractor performance assessments.

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Possible bonus potential based on merit and performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree