Project Manager II

AMERICAN SYSTEMS • Ridgecrest, CA

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About The Position

Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development.
Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success.
Responsibilities
An Average Day: As the Project Manager II you will work closely with our Program Manager to prepare comprehensive plans, coordinate resources, and other administrative and programmatic duties. You will also organize, direct, and coordinate the planning, oversight, and implementation of specific projects and initiatives within the bounds of a program. You may be responsible for directing individuals or teams of resources in the execution of project tasks towards the successful completion of deliverables, objectives, and goals. You will be responsible for adherence to project schedules and budgets. You will also interact with Senior Managers, Customers, and internal teams in the pursuit of successful project execution. Additionally, in this positions you will:

Requirements

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
• Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of experience in a project coordinator or project management role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Will be subject to federal background investigation.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent follow-through, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management toolsets (MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, etc.).
• Must be able to travel to various Company locations and/or Customer sites across the United States for meetings and onsite visits, as needed by the Company/Customer.
• Must be able to travel by airplane both domestically and internationally.
• Operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Program Manager.
• Serve as a liaison between team members, the Program Manager, and Customer project managers.
• Support the recruiting and hiring processes (review candidate resumes, coordinate interviews, etc.).
• Assist with processing and tracking candidates through the government background check processes.
• Responsible for the creation and tracking of project deliverables, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Responsible for the development of requirements for their project(s), and adherence to those requirements throughout project execution and delivery.
• Responsible for the creation of, and adherence to, project budget and schedules.
• Responsible for identification, documentation, management, and escalation of all project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Assist with the creation and tracking of program deliverables, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.

Benefits

• AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

What This Job Offers

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