Project Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Vandalia, OH

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager I works in SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, supporting the USAF Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. The role manages projects from design through release and program closeout, ensuring successful customer delivery. It develops project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables; coordinates resources; and communicates with internal and external stakeholders about technical matters. The position typically manages simpler projects and serves as an introduction to people management. Work is performed in a hybrid environment, with a stated capacity to work in the office four days per week. The role may require up to 25% international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for the required education, with at least six years of related experience required in the absence of a degree.
• At least two years of experience in project management and/or a related or technical field; internships do not count toward the experience requirement. A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Demonstrated experience managing a project.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to meet schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• SNC Control Account Manager Certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the active clearance needed for employment.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required, including up to 25% internationally.
• Capacity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing office and remote work, and to work in the office four days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or a similar tool.
• Experience developing budgets and managing projects to those budgets.
• Experience managing project scope and scope creep during project execution.
• Experience in resource planning and management during project execution.
• Experience with risk management planning and documentation.
• Familiarity with government contracting and regulations.
• Experience traveling internationally and working onsite with suppliers or subcontractors.
• Active U.S. Passport or ability to obtain one for international travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from design to release, including project initiation, execution, delivery, and closeout.
• Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Identify project resource needs and coordinate resource allocation.
• Interface with internal and external customers or field-based employees on technical matters.
• Manage simpler projects, such as studies, small task orders, Internal Research and Development, Level of Effort, services-only work, spares, or projects with minimal deliverables.
• Serve as a Control Account Manager on larger programs as needed.
• Track project progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators.
• Prepare reports to keep stakeholders informed of project status.
• Adapt to changes and remain flexible to ensure project success.

Benefits

• Annual incentive pay based upon performance, commensurate with the level of the position.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level