Sierra Nevada Corporation

Military Fellowship Program: Project Manager

Sierra Nevada Corporation$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Currently serving active duty military, eligible for DoD SkillBridge program
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
  • Minimum 2+ years experience in project management or related/technical field
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
  • Demonstrated project management experience
  • Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical, leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Participate in on-the-job industry training for six months
  • Gain work experience in the civilian sector
  • Build professional networks for future opportunities
  • Work on projects with a focus on ISR and aviation systems
  • Tailor project solutions to customer requirements
  • Ensure timely and budget-conscious project deliveries

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Three weeks of paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience in project management and/or in a related or technical field, internships not included in total years of experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
  • Demonstrated experience in managing a project.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical skills & capability to meet schedules
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or similar tool
  • Experience with 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
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance


SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
Learn more about Sierra Nevada Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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