Project Manager II
About The Position
The Project Manager II is an entry-level position for a career in Project Management under the direct supervision of Program Manager or Program Director. The Project Manager II will typically be responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance of a well- defined or established development program for a small system or component, or a several production or logistics programs. Coordinates program requirements in the planning stages. Similar programs exist to draw precedence. Alternatively, the Project Manager II may act in a supporting role to the Program Manager of a large, more complex program. The primary focus will be managing Helmet Mounted Display Systems (HMDS) programs, with additional support for other electronic defense systems. The Project Manager II uses experience in product development and New Product Introduction (NPI), familiarity with aerospace and defense industry programs, and experience with supply chain and material planning to accomplish their tasks. This role offers a career path toward Program Manager.
Requirements
- Detailed understanding in time management, meeting facilitation, and problem-solving
- Detailed understanding to clearly communicate ideas verbally and in writing
- Detailed understanding to create and give project management review presentations
- Detailed understanding to negotiate and apply tact and diplomacy with internal/external customers and foreign personnel
- Detailed understanding to work independently and build and lead an integrated product team
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s Degree is required
- Minimum 1-3 years related functional experience is required
- Basic knowledge of project management methods, tools, and techniques
- Proficient in the use of MS Excel, Word, Visio, Outlook, and Project
Nice To Haves
- CAPM®/PMP® is preferred
- Basic knowledge of contracts: fixed price, cost plus, and time and materials are desired
Responsibilities
- Lead program planning and scheduling with minimal supervision
- Plan, execute, monitor, and control project activities to meet milestones and deadlines
- Apply best practices to ensure projects: Complete on time, within budget, and in scope Deliver high-quality products Achieve customer satisfaction
- Drive accountability for accurate, complete, and quality deliverables
- Maintain project documentation and ensure accessibility
- Prepare status reports, meeting minutes, and presentations with minimal oversight
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers
- Support proposal development as needed
- Manage contracts, purchase orders, and status reporting requirements
- Identify and mitigate project risks; maintain risk register and escalate issues as needed
- Ensure compliance with ITAR, TINA, FAR, Export, EMD, Safety, and Security requirements
- Promote continuous improvement by sharing ideas and lessons learned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
