Senior Project Manager & Systems Engineer

Va Tech Foundation-posted 4 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Arlington, VA
11-50 employees
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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager & Systems Engineer to lead and coordinate the technical aspects of a transformational network engineering program. This role combines project management expertise with systems engineering proficiency to ensure all components integrate seamlessly and meet design objectives. The Senior Project Manager & Systems Engineer will manage timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring technical integrity and compliance with program requirements. This position reports to the programs Senior Program Manager within VT-ARC's Engineering Test and Evaluation Division (ETED). (Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required)

  • Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of network engineering projects within the program.
  • Serve as the lead for systems integration, ensuring interoperability and compliance with design specifications.
  • Coordinate with Principal Architect and Senior Program Manager to align technical and programmatic goals.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
  • Ensure adherence to engineering standards, security requirements, and quality assurance processes.
  • Facilitate communication between engineering teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
  • Prepare technical documentation and status reports for leadership and clients.
  • Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 10 or more years of experience in systems engineering, preferably within the defense or government contracting industry.
  • 10+ years of project management experience (or relevant technical leadership experience in lieu of formal project management positions).
  • Proven ability to manage complex technical projects involving multiple integrated systems, particularly with respect to communications and networking systems.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of planning and executing systems engineering activities
  • Experience developing systems engineering artifacts such as CONOPS, requirements documents, system functional/physical designs, etc.
  • Proven ability to establish objectives, formulate plans and processes, and implement solutions by collaborating with technical team members.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically and strategically.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with sponsors, team members, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required
  • Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Technology Management
  • 15+ years of project management experience (or relevant technical leadership experience in lieu of formal project management positions).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Experience with networking systems design, implementation and testing
  • Experience with program management and systems engineering processes and reviews (SRR/SFR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.)
  • Familiarity with budgeting and financial management
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