Project Management Support Specialist
About The Position
Canvas is seeking a qualified individual to provide advisory and assistance services to the Air Force in project/program management efforts associated with specific test needs at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will provide a wide range of services including procurement support, contract administration assistance, and records management/administrative support for a variety of planning and executing projects. Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce. Canvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, the company has been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything they do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Their work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
- 0-10 years of experience (depending on PM level)
- Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret clearance
- Highly organized with excellent communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification
Responsibilities
- Documenting project scope, objectives, KPPs, and KSAs
- Working knowledge of project phases (Initiation, Planning, Design, Execution, and Closeout)
- Monthly project review briefings to our Air Force customer
- Working with finance to develop project spend plans
- Holding weekly/bi-weekly meetings for project updates
- Advise the Air Force of any project disconnects, risks, opportunities, and overall progress
- Define and document project requirements and deliverables through direct stakeholder engagement
- Managing complex projects of all sizes
- Knowledge/Familiarity of project acquisition strategy and key program events such as decision points, reviews, contract award, Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) structure
- Follow a structured system engineering approach that facilitates project milestone reviews including but not limited to; Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Verification Readiness Review (VRR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA)
- Assess contractor documentation against project requirements
- Ensuring all documentation is in place and stored in proper repository
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
- Developing contingency plans to minimize risks and keep projects on track
- Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution across all locations
Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
- Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
- Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
- Discretionary performance-based bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
